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Synonyms for gunner


Grammar : Noun
Spell : guhn-er
Phonetic Transcription : ˈgʌn ər



Définition of gunner

Origin :
  • mid-14c., gonner "one who works a cannon," agent noun from gun.
  • noun shooter of gun
Example sentences :
  • On this the gunner said he would go aft, and speak to Mr. Osgood on the subject.
  • Extract from : « Ned Myers » by James Fenimore Cooper
  • There he is now, bending over to speak to the gunner; you remember Louis, the gunner, don't you?
  • Extract from : « The Downfall » by Emile Zola
  • As he stood there deep in thought, he was joined by Hagthorpe, Wolverstone, and Ogle the gunner.
  • Extract from : « Captain Blood » by Rafael Sabatini
  • Master Leigh was cursing his gunner for having aimed too high.
  • Extract from : « The Sea-Hawk » by Raphael Sabatini
  • A figure from the pages of Ovid, metamorphosed to a gunner of Santa Anna!
  • Extract from : « The Strollers » by Frederic S. Isham
  • “Yes,” continued the gunner, though the words came with an effort.
  • Extract from : « The Strollers » by Frederic S. Isham
  • All this the gunner reported at once to his commanding officer.
  • Extract from : « 'Twixt Land & Sea » by Joseph Conrad
  • “You will take possession of them,” said Heemskirk to the gunner.
  • Extract from : « 'Twixt Land & Sea » by Joseph Conrad
  • The Dutch gunner appeared on the forecastle of the Bonito, and with him a couple of men.
  • Extract from : « 'Twixt Land & Sea » by Joseph Conrad
  • There was a gunner near Stafford who worked in silence and rested from his work in silence.
  • Extract from : « The Long Roll » by Mary Johnston

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