gunslinger

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a professional killer who uses a gun

Etymology

From gun + slinger.

In classic literature

Synonyms

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

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