markswoman

A markswoman carefully aims her rifle at the target.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A woman who is skilled at shooting: "markswoman" refers to a female who is proficient in using a firearm or bow to hit a target accurately.

Usage Examples

• (A woman highly skilled at shooting.)
• (The female shooter successfully hit the center of the target.)

Advanced Usage

• "To be a markswoman": to possess notable skill in shooting.
  • After years of practice, she became a recognized markswoman in her region. (She achieved proficiency and reputation in shooting.)

Variants and Related Words

• Marksman (n): a man who is skilled at shooting.

  • He is a trained marksman in the military. (A man proficient in shooting.)

• Marksmanship (n): the skill of shooting accurately.

  • Her marksmanship was admired by all. (Her ability to shoot accurately.)

Synonyms

• Sharpshooter: a person skilled in precise shooting (gender-neutral).
• Deadeye: a colloquial term for an extremely accurate shooter.

Antonyms

• Amateur: a person who engages in an activity without professional skill.
• Novice: a beginner with little experience or skill.

Related Idioms

• "A crack shot": an idiom meaning an excellent shooter.
  • She is a crack shot, rarely missing her target. (She is an extremely accurate shooter.)

Phrasal Verbs