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    Francotirador (en. Sniper)

    /fɾaŋko̞tiɾaˈðoɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Expert shooter who uses a sniper rifle.
    The sniper took his position in a tall building.
    El francotirador tomó su posición en un edificio alto.
    Military specialist in precision shooting.
    Snipers are crucial in combat operations.
    Los francotiradores son cruciales en las operaciones de combate.
    Person who acts from anonymity to attack a target.
    The sniper in the game was hiding behind a box.
    El francotirador del juego se ocultaba detrás de una caja.

    Etymology

    Derived from the French 'franc-tireur', which means 'free shooter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    shoot like a sniper
    Shooting with great precision.
    disparar como un francotirador
    sniper position
    Strategic location to take shots.
    posición de francotirador
    professional sniper
    A highly qualified shooter with specialized training.
    francotirador profesional

    Related Words

    shot
    Action of shooting a projectile.
    tiro
    rifle
    Long-barreled firearm.
    rifle
    precision
    Accuracy with which something is done.
    precisión

    Slang Meanings

    Urban hunter
    The guy is an urban hunter; he always finds a way to shoot from afar.
    El chico es un cazador urbano, siempre encuentra la manera de disparar desde lejos.
    Shadow
    That guy is a shadow; he always shoots without being seen.
    Ese tipo es una sombra, siempre dispara sin ser visto.