noun
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a man who is armed with a gun, esp unlawfully
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a man who is skilled with a gun
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a person who makes, repairs, or has expert knowledge of guns
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Authorities also found a Converse Chuck Taylor shoe impression on the edge of the roof of the building from which the gunman fired.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026
The alleged gunman and hostage were not found at the scene and no injuries were reported, Miller said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 28, 2026
Dagher also confirmed the gunman was dressed in what appeared to be military-style clothing.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
Australian police have arrested two men in connection with Dezi Freeman, the conspiracy theorist gunman who was shot dead by police after a seven-month manhunt in March.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
The gunman, alert, looks up, his jaw tightening, and mirrors the man’s stare.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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