Marksman

/ˈmɑːrks.mən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person who is skilled in shooting, especially with a gun.
The marksman hit the target from 500 meters away.
An expert shooter or a person proficient in firearms.
In the competition, the marksman was praised for his accuracy.
A person used for their shooting ability in a specific context, such as military or sporting events.
As a marksman, he was chosen for the elite special forces team.

Etymology

The term 'marksman' is derived from the word 'mark', meaning a target, with the suffix '-man' to indicate a person.

Common Phrases and Expressions

deadly marksman:
A shooter who can hit targets with very high accuracy.
trained marksman:
A person who has received formal training in shooting.
marksman competition:
A contest in which participants demonstrate their shooting skills.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Ace shooter
That guy's an ace shooter, always hitting his target—he's a real marksman.
Deadeye
You can call her a deadeye; she hasn't missed a shot all day.