gunnery sergeant
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gunnery sergeant
An Americanism dating back to 1960–65
Example Sentences
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Any Marine gunnery sergeant in a movie — and no doubt some in the real world too — operates in the shadow of R. Lee Ermey in “Full Metal Jacket.”
From New York Times
On the night of Aug. 12, Captain Ball, called “Six” by his Marines, was on a training exercise in Jordan when he received a text from his gunnery sergeant.
From New York Times
The retired Marine Corps gunnery sergeant shared his views last month during an appearance on Fox News’ "America Reports."
From Fox News
“Look, I’m a dedicated Marine,” said Mr. Whitfield, the former gunnery sergeant.
From New York Times
At one meeting, said a person who attended, Mr. Johnson singled out a Black gunnery sergeant, who headed the Marine security detachment at the embassy and was wearing black pants and a black polo shirt.
From New York Times
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