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/ˈɡʌnˌʃɒt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The act or sound of discharge of a firearm.
The sudden gunshot rang out in the quiet neighborhood.
A bullet or projectile fired from a gun.
The forensic team found the gunshot lodged in the wall.
An injury caused by being shot.
He was rushed to the hospital with a gunshot wound.
Etymology
From the combination of 'gun' and 'shot', referring to the act of firing a gun.
Common Phrases and Expressions
gunshot residue
The trace left on a person or object after a gun is fired.
heard a gunshot
An expression indicating someone heard the noise of a gun being fired.
Related Words
bullet
A projectile fired from a gun.
firearm
A portable gun.
pistol
A small firearm designed to be held in one hand.
Slang Meanings
Pop
I heard a pop, which was probably a gunshot.
Blam
The blam of the gunshot startled everyone.