sharpshooter

Thân thiện

A sharpshooter hits the bullseye on the target.

Definition

1. 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.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a fast schooner once used by New England fisherman for illegal fishing in Canadian waters
2. someone skilled in shooting
3. an athlete noted for accurate aim

Từ đồng nghĩa

• marksman
• crack shot