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Definition of gunslinger

gunslinger

/ˈɡʌnˌslɪŋ.ɚ/
gun · sling · er
Plural:gunslingers
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• noun

1

A person noted for speed and skill in handling and shooting a gun, especially an outlaw or lawman of the American Old West.

Example

"The classic Western film features a retired gunslinger who reluctantly returns to defend a small frontier town."

2

North American An aggressive, bold, and risk-taking participant in a competitive field such as finance, business, politics, or sports.

Example

"The veteran quarterback was known as a fearless gunslinger who never hesitated to throw deep passes into tight coverage."

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• Nearby Words

gunship
gunshot
gunsight
gunslinger
gunslinging
gunsmith
gunsmithing

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in early 20th-century American Western fiction and cinema from 'gun' + 'slinger', rather than used by historical 19th-century frontiersmen.

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