gunman

Plural: gunmen

Noun

• A person, especially a criminal, armed with a gun.
• a professional killer who uses a gun
• a person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability)
• A criminal armed with a gun, especially a professional killer.
• An American.

Examples

• His opponent was a gunman of words, always ready to shoot down challenges.

Synonyms

gun, gun for hire, gunslinger, hired gun, hit man, hitman, shooter, torpedo, triggerman

Related Words

gunwoman