Definition of gun - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
firearmweapon that fires bullets or projectiles
- The police officer carried a gun for protection.
2.
tooldevice that projects substances or applies pressure
- He used a glue gun for the craft project.
3.
surfingRare US long surfboard for big wavesRare US
- She rode the massive wave on her gun.
Verb
1.
- He gunned the engine and sped away.
2.
- He's been gunning for his rival since last year.
3.
- She is gunning for the top position in the company.
4.
- They are gunning for the new policy to pass.
Adjective
1.
relationrelated to or involving guns
- He wore a gun belt as part of his costume.
2.
similarityRare resembling a firearm in shape, function, or appearanceRare
- The gun metal finish gave the car a sleek look.
Images of gun
weapon that fires bullets or projectiles 
device that projects substances or applies pressure 
long surfboard for big waves
Expressions with gun
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accelerate a vehicle quickly
He gunned it to pass the slow car.
rising star with potential for success
The young gun is the team's most promising player.
kill someone using a firearm
The assassin gunned down the target in broad daylight.
person employed temporarily for a specific task
They brought in a hired gun to manage the project..
point a gun at someone or something
He decided to turn a gun on the intruder.
threaten someone with a gun to force action or compliance
He held a gun to the victim's head to demand money..
act too soon without proper preparation
She jumped the gun and submitted the report early.
take out a gun and point it at someone
He pulled a gun on the intruder.
used to compliment or encourage someone
You did it, you son of a gun!
irrefutable proof of someone's guilt or responsibility
The email served as a smoking gun in the investigation.
person with significant power or influence
The company brought in a big gun to lead the project.
begin a race or competition
The official fired the starting gun to begin the marathon.
pursue a goal with determination
She is gunning for the top prize in the competition.
person available for any kind of work for money
As a gun for hire, he took on various freelance projects.
carry a firearm for protection or aggression
He always packs a gun when traveling.
compel someone to act by creating no other choice
He put a gun to her head to make her sign the contract.
under pressure to meet a deadline or solve a problem
She was under the gun to finish the project by Friday.
accelerate the engine quickly and forcefully
He gunned the engine and sped away.
gun that uses compressed air to fire projectiles
He used an air gun to shoot at the targets in his backyard..
toy gun that shoots darts
The kids played with a dart gun in the backyard.
handheld heater that dispenses adhesive for joining materials
She warmed the glue gun and sealed the loose ribbon in minutes.
container for storing or carrying a gun
He placed the rifle in the gun case.
club for firearms enthusiasts
He joined a gun club to improve his shooting skills.
having a gun with you or on your body
The gun-carrying guard stood by the door.
Origin of gun
Middle Dutch, gonne (cannon)
Terms with gun included in their meaning
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weapon
shoot a gun or weapon
gun attack
incident where firearms are discharged with intent to harm
sports
the sport or activity of firing a gun
weapons
first time a gun or weapon is fired
literal action
fire a gun at someone or something
toys
toy gun that shoots water for fun
military
make a gun or similar weapon shoot toward someone or something
historical weapon
large gun used in historical battles
weapon
small metal projectile fired from a gun
gun
having ammunition in the chamber
firearms
mechanism in a gun for firing
firearms
person who shoots a gun
firearms
related to the act of firing a gun
firearms
internal diameter or bore of a gun barrel
gun action
lift the hammer of a gun to make ready for firing
literal warning
shoot a gun to warn someone without aiming to hurt
weapon
fire a gun by pulling the trigger
firearms
load a gun again with ammunition
gun crack
sound made by a rifle when fired
kill with gun
kill someone or something by firing a gun
weaponry
bullet or projectile fired from a gun
visual craft
image or technique made by applying aerosol pigment with a gun
violent act
shoot someone in the head with a gun
gunfire
short rapid shooting from a gun or weapon
Examples of gun in a sentence
The museum displayed an antique gun from the 18th century. The chef used a blow gun for the dessert. A nail gun is essential for construction work. The surfer waxed his gun before heading out. She stored her gun carefully after the competition. She gunned the car down the highway.
They gunned the boat across the lake. The company is gunning for the top market position. Politicians are gunning for each other in the debate. He's gunning to finish the project by Friday. They're gunning for a record-breaking performance this year. The team is gunning for a win this season. Activists are gunning for environmental reforms. The gun lobby was influential in the election. Gun violence is a major concern in the city. The gun barrel design of the vase was unique. His gun-like approach to problem-solving was direct and effective.
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- French:pistolet, accélérer, ...
- German:Schusswaffe, Gas geben, ...
- Italian:pistola, accelerare, ...
- Spanish:pistola, acelerar, ...
- Portuguese:arma, acelerar, ...
- Chinese:枪, 猛踩油门, ...
- Japanese:銃, ふかす, ...
- Arabic:سلاح ناري, زَادَ السُّرْعَة, ...
- Hebrew:אֶקְדָּח, לָתֵת גַּז, ...
- Russian:пистолет, газовать, ...
- Ukrainian:зброя, натиснути на газ, ...
- Hindi:बंदूक, तेज करना, ...
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