gunning
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for gunning, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of firing a gun, or of hunting with one.
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What does “gunning” mean?
The word “gunning” means the act of firing a gun, or of hunting with one. In plain terms, the action of shooting a gun, or hunting with one — also used figuratively as "gunning for" someone or something.
How do you use “gunning” in a sentence?
Here is “gunning” used in a sentence: “The old farmer went gunning for rabbits every autumn.”
What part of speech is “gunning”?
“Gunning” is a noun.