noun a weapon consisting of a metal tube, with mechanical attachments, from which projectiles are shot by the force of an explosive
verb to shoot and kill someone with a gun
adverb in a manner involving the use of a gun to shoot and kill someone
preposition down - in a lower or less erect position
The soldiers were ordered to gun down the enemy combatants.
In the game, players can gun down enemies to progress to the next level.
The gang members decided to gun down their rival in a drive-by shooting.
To gun down a suspect fleeing from the scene.
The news outlets reported that a gunman had gunned down multiple victims in a mass shooting.
In crime novels, the author often describes a scene where a character is gunned down in a violent confrontation.
Psychologists may study the psychological impact of witnessing a shooting or being gunned down in a traumatic event.
Journalists may report on incidents where individuals were gunned down in acts of violence.
Police officers may be involved in situations where they have to gun down a suspect in self-defense.
Military personnel may be trained to gun down enemy combatants in combat situations.