noun

gunny

GUH-nee

Gunny (noun) means informal short form of "gunnery sergeant", a rank in the US Marine Corps. Example: “The recruits snapped to attention when the gunny walked in.”

noun

Informal short form of "gunnery sergeant", a rank in the US Marine Corps.

"The recruits snapped to attention when the gunny walked in."

adjective

Relating to or full of guns.

"The old fort had a gunny, well-defended look about it."

How to use gunny

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMilitary slang for a gunnery sergeant.

When to use it

Used almost exclusively within US military slang.

Word forms

gunnier comparative, gunnies plural, gunniest superlative

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Etymology

A shortening of "gunnery sergeant".

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Rhymes for gunny

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gunny” mean?

The word “gunny” means informal short form of "gunnery sergeant", a rank in the US Marine Corps. In plain terms, military slang for a gunnery sergeant.

How do you pronounce “gunny”?

“Gunny” is pronounced GUH-nee (/ˈɡʌni/ in IPA).

How do you use “gunny” in a sentence?

Here is “gunny” used in a sentence: “The recruits snapped to attention when the gunny walked in.”

What part of speech is “gunny”?

Depending on how it is used, “gunny” can be a noun and an adjective.

How many meanings does “gunny” have?

“Gunny” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal short form of "gunnery sergeant", a rank in the US Marine Corps.

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