gunman

noun gun·man \-mən\

: a person (especially a man) who uses a gun to shoot someone or to try to shoot someone

Full Definition of GUNMAN

: a man armed with a gun; especially : a professional killer

: a man noted for speed or skill in handling a gun

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noun gun·man \ˈgən-mən\

plural gun·men \-mən\

: a criminal armed with a gun

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