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GUN

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Gun.

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Def 1 US

Gun - as a noun

Large but transportable armament

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
artilleryheavy weaponordnance
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
armament
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gunman

A professional killer who uses a gun

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gun for hiregunmangunslingerhired gunhit manhitmanshootertorpedotriggerman

A hand-operated pump that resembles a pistol; forces grease into parts of a machine

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grease gun

A pedal that controls the throttle valve

Example: "He stepped on the gas"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acceleratoraccelerator pedalgasgas pedalthrottle

The discharge of a firearm as signal or as a salute in military ceremonies

Example: "Two runners started before the gun"

Gun - as a verb

Shoot with a gun

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
blastshoot
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He aimed the gun at the target and pulled the trigger."
"The police found a loaded gun in the suspect's car."
"During the war, soldiers carried rifles and machine guns."
"The gang members were armed with guns and knives."
"He accidentally shot himself while cleaning his gun."
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Word Game Points

Is GUN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gun is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GUN has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.

Is GUN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gun is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GUN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is GUN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gun is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GUN has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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