| gunlock |
the mechanism in some firearms by which the charge is exploded. |
| gunman |
a person armed with a gun or skilled in the use of guns, esp. a professional killer. |
| gunmetal |
any of various metal alloys that have a dark gray, bluish gray, or black finish. [3 definitions] |
| gunnel |
the upper edge of the side of a boat or ship; gunwale. |
| gunner |
a soldier, sailor, or the like who operates or helps to operate artillery. [2 definitions] |
| gunnery |
the science of making and using guns, esp. heavy artillery. [3 definitions] |
| gunnery sergeant |
in the U.S. Marine Corps, a noncommissioned officer ranking below a master or first sergeant and above a staff sergeant. |
| gunny |
a strong, coarse fabric made of hemp or jute; burlap. [2 definitions] |
| gunnysack |
a large sack made of burlap. |
| gunplay |
an exchange of gunfire, usu. in a civilian setting. |
| gunpoint |
the front end of a firearm's barrel. |
| gunpowder |
an explosive used to propel a gun projectile, esp. the explosive made from potassium nitrate, sulfur, and charcoal; black powder. |
| gun room |
a room for storing or displaying guns. |
| gunrunning |
smuggling of guns, ammunition, or other military supplies into a country. |
| guns and butter |
a symbolic representation of government spending for military or civilian needs. |
| gunship |
an armed helicopter used in support of ground forces. |
| gunshot |
the firing of a gun or the sound made by it. [4 definitions] |
| gun-shy |
easily frightened by the sound of gunfire, as a dog. [2 definitions] |
| gunsmith |
one who makes or repairs guns. |
| gunstock |
the handle of a rifle or shotgun. |
| gunwale |
the upper edge of a boat's or ship's side or bulwark. |