gunslinger
9 synonyms for gunslinger, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person, especially from the American Old West, skilled at quickly drawing and firing a gun.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Etymology
From gun + slinger (one who "slings", or draws quickly).
Full origin of gunslinger →Frequently asked questions
What does “gunslinger” mean?
The word “gunslinger” means a person, especially from the American Old West, skilled at quickly drawing and firing a gun. In plain terms, a fast, skilled gunfighter, or figuratively someone bold and reckless.
How do you use “gunslinger” in a sentence?
Here is “gunslinger” used in a sentence: “The film follows a lone gunslinger drifting from town to town.”
What part of speech is “gunslinger”?
“Gunslinger” is a noun.
How many meanings does “gunslinger” have?
“Gunslinger” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person, especially from the American Old West, skilled at quickly drawing and firing a gun.
