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Gun
01
a type of weapon that can fire bullets, etc.
Examples
The sound of a gun firing echoed across the shooting range.
The police officer drew her gun and aimed it at the suspect.
02
a pedal that regulates the speed of an engine, especially on vehicles or boats
Examples
He pressed the gun to accelerate the boat.
The gun responded instantly to pressure changes from the driver's foot.
03
a large weapon or piece of artillery, often transportable and used in military operations
Examples
The soldiers positioned the gun on the hillside for strategic advantage.
The museum displayed a 19th-century field gun.
04
the firing of a weapon as a signal or salute in military or ceremonial contexts
Examples
The cannon 's gun echoed across the battlefield as a salute.
Soldiers gave a gun for the queen's arrival.
05
a hand-operated device shaped like a pistol that injects grease or lubricant into machinery
Examples
The mechanic used a grease gun to lubricate the bearings.
A small gun delivered oil to hard-to-reach engine parts.
06
a professional assassin who works with a firearm
Examples
The mob hired a gun to eliminate their rival.
He earned a reputation as a cold, efficient gun for hire.
07
a person who shoots a firearm, especially in reference to their skill
Examples
He 's one of the best guns in competitive shooting.
The rookie proved himself a steady gun under pressure.
08
(plural only) strong, muscular upper arms, especially biceps and triceps
SlangExamples
He 's been lifting weights for years; his guns are massive!
He 's showing off his guns after a killer arm day.
to gun
01
to fire a firearm
Examples
The police gunned at the target during training.
He gunned the rifle at the distant mark.
02
to run an engine of a vehicle very quickly
Examples
He gunned the engine of his motorcycle, reveling in the roar and the rush of acceleration.
As soon as the traffic light turned green, she gunned the car, eager to get ahead of the pack.
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