noun
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the art and science of the efficient design and use of ordnance, esp artillery
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guns collectively
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the use and firing of guns
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(modifier) of, relating to, or concerned with heavy guns, as in warfare
a gunnery officer
Etymology
Origin of gunnery
Example Sentences
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In November 2025, while on bail and awaiting sentencing, Gunnery was hired to play Winston Churchill's violin at the prestigious RAF Club in London.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
Kate said she had been contacted by other women who were sent images by Gunnery.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
She reported it to West Mercia Police in September but it took nearly half a year for Ben Gunnery to be arrested, convicted and given a two-year community order.
From BBC • Jul. 22, 2025
The professional violinist and teacher, from Worcestershire, met Gunnery, a fellow musician, once in 2024 when they played at the same concert.
From BBC • Jul. 22, 2025
I got the sinking feeling that Gunnery Sergeant Hartman would be teaching us this year.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
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