Gunner

Pronunciation: /ˈɡʌnər/

Definitions of gunner

noun a person who operates a gun or is skilled in the use of guns

Example Sentences

A1 The gunner aimed carefully at the target.

A2 The gunner fired the cannon with precision.

B1 The gunner was trained to operate heavy artillery.

B2 The gunner adjusted the scope to improve accuracy.

C1 The gunner's expertise in ballistics was unmatched.

C2 The gunner's skill in long-range shooting was legendary.

Examples of gunner in a Sentence

formal The gunner on the ship was responsible for operating the artillery.

informal The gunner showed off his shooting skills at the range.

slang That guy thinks he's a real gunner, always talking about his weapons collection.

figurative She's a real gunner when it comes to closing deals in the business world.

Grammatical Forms of gunner

• plural: gunners
• comparative: more gunner
• superlative: most gunner
• present tense: gunner
• future tense: will gunner
• perfect tense: have gunnered
• continuous tense: is gunnering
• singular: gunner
• positive degree: gunner
• infinitive: to gunner
• gerund: gunnering
• participle: gunnered

Origin and Evolution of gunner

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'gunner' originated from the Middle English word 'gonnere' which was derived from the Old French word 'gonnier' meaning 'engineer or artilleryman'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'gunner' evolved to specifically refer to someone who operates a gun or artillery piece, whether on land or at sea.