shooting range

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Word: Shooting Range

Definition: A shooting range is a special place where people can practice using guns, such as rifles or handguns. It usually has targets set up for people to aim at.

Usage Instructions:

• You generally use "shooting range" as a noun.
• It is often used in contexts related to sports, law enforcement, and military training.

Example:

• "Last weekend, I went to the shooting range to improve my aim with a pistol."

Advanced Usage:

• In a more technical context, you might hear terms like "indoor shooting range" (a shooting range inside a building) or "outdoor shooting range" (a shooting range outside).

Word Variants:

• Shooting (verb): The action of using a gun.
• Range (noun): A space or area used for a specific purpose.

Different Meanings:

• Shooting: Can refer to the act of firing a gun, but it can also mean the act of taking photographs (e.g., a photo shoot).
• Range: Besides a shooting range, "range" can refer to a variety of other areas, such as a mountain range or a range of products.

Synonyms:

• Firing range
• Gun range

Idioms:

• There aren’t any specific idioms that directly use "shooting range," but you might hear phrases like:
  • "Take aim," which means to focus on something you want to achieve.
  • "On target," meaning something is accurate or correct.

Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no common phrasal verbs specifically related to "shooting range," but you might hear related phrases like:
  • "Shoot for," as in aiming for a goal (e.g., "I’m shooting for a promotion at work.").

Summary:

A shooting range is a place designed for practicing shooting skills with guns. It is important for safety and skill development.

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Noun

1. an enclosed firing range with targets for rifle or handgun practice

Synonyms

• shooting gallery