sharpshooter
Definition
- Noun:
- A person skilled in shooting: A "sharpshooter" is someone who is highly proficient and accurate in using a firearm or other projectile weapon.
- An athlete noted for accurate aim: In sports, a "sharpshooter" is a player, such as in basketball or hockey, who is exceptionally skilled at scoring from a distance.
- A fast schooner: Historically, a "sharpshooter" was a type of fast sailing ship (schooner) used, notably by New England fishermen, for activities like illegal fishing.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Skilled Person):
- The military trained him to be a sharpshooter.
- She earned the title of sharpshooter in the competition.
- Noun (Athlete):
- The team's new guard is a real sharpshooter from the three-point line.
- His reputation as a sharpshooter made him a constant threat to the opposing team.
- Noun (Historical Ship):
- In the 19th century, sharpshooters were known for their speed and were often used for covert operations.
Advanced Usage
- "Designated sharpshooter": A specific role within a military or police unit assigned to the person with the best marksmanship skills for precision tasks.
- The designated sharpshooter took a position on the roof.
- "A natural sharpshooter": Someone who demonstrates exceptional shooting skill without extensive formal training.
- She was a natural sharpshooter, hitting the target every time.
Variants and Related Words
- Sharpshooting (noun): The skill or practice of being a sharpshooter.
- His sharpshooting won the match for his team.
- Marksman (noun): A synonym often used interchangeably with "sharpshooter," though sometimes denoting a slightly lower level of skill in formal military rankings.
- Sniper (noun): A specialized type of sharpshooter who operates from a concealed position at long range, typically in a military context.
Synonyms
- Marksman: A person skilled in precision shooting.
- Deadeye: (Informal) An expert shooter.
- Crack shot: (Informal) An extremely accurate shooter.
Related Phrases
- To have a sharpshooter's eye: To possess exceptional visual acuity and focus, similar to that of a sharpshooter.
- The editor had a sharpshooter's eye for detail.
- Sharpshooter medal/ribbon: A military or competitive award given for achieving a high score in marksmanship.
- He proudly wore his sharpshooter ribbon.
Noun
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a fast schooner once used by New England fisherman for illegal fishing in Canadian waters
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someone skilled in shooting
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an athlete noted for accurate aim
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