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Definition of gunship

gunship

/ˈɡʌn.ʃɪp/
Plural:gunships
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• noun

1

A heavily armed military aircraft, especially a helicopter or transport plane modified to provide close air support for ground forces.

Example

"The aviation museum's new exhibit features a restored transport plane that had been converted into a specialized gunship during the 1960s."

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• Nearby Words

gunpowder
gunrunner
gunrunning
gunship
gunshot
gunsight
gunslinger

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gunship. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gunship
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