gunfight
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for gunfight, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fight in which the people involved shoot at each other with firearms.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use gunfight
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From gun + fight.
Full origin of gunfight →Frequently asked questions
What does “gunfight” mean?
The word “gunfight” means a fight in which the people involved shoot at each other with firearms. In plain terms, a shootout — a fight fought with guns.
How do you pronounce “gunfight”?
“Gunfight” is pronounced GUHN-fyt (/ˈɡʌnˌfaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “gunfight” in a sentence?
Here is “gunfight” used in a sentence: “The film ends with a dramatic gunfight in the saloon.”
What part of speech is “gunfight”?
Depending on how it is used, “gunfight” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “gunfight” have?
“Gunfight” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fight in which the people involved shoot at each other with firearms.