gun

Definition

  • n. a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)
  • n. the discharge of a firearm as signal or as a salute in military ceremonies
  • v. shoot with a gun

Word forms

Past participle
gunned
Present participle
gunning
Past tense
gunned
Third person singular
guns

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The police officer drew his gun to protect himself.

  2. n.

    The doctor explained that a gun can cause serious injuries if mishandled.