Gunfire: meaning, definitions and examples

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gunfire

 

[ หˆษกสŒnหŒfaษชษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sound of shooting

The term gunfire refers to the sound of shooting or the act of discharging a gun. It is often associated with military operations, law enforcement activities, or criminal acts. Gunfire can be loud and intense, causing fear and panic among those who hear it.

Synonyms

firing, gunshots, shooting

Examples of usage

  • The street was filled with the sound of gunfire as the police engaged with the criminals.
  • After the gunfire stopped, the soldiers cautiously advanced to assess the damage.
  • People ducked for cover as the gunfire erupted in the crowded marketplace.
Context #2 | Noun

bullets discharged from a gun

Gunfire can also refer to the bullets or projectiles discharged from a gun. These projectiles can cause damage, injury, or death depending on their velocity and impact. Gunfire is a common feature in combat situations and crime scenes.

Synonyms

firing, gunshots, shooting

Examples of usage

  • The forensic team analyzed the trajectory of the gunfire to determine the shooter's position.
  • The soldier narrowly escaped the enemy gunfire during the intense battle.
  • The detective collected the shell casings from the scene of the gunfire.

Translations

Translations of the word "gunfire" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tiroteio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเค‚เคฆเฅ‚เค• เค•เฅ€ เค—เฅ‹เคฒเฅ€เคฌเคพเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schusswechsel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tembakan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ั€ั–ะปัะฝะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ strzelanina

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้Šƒๆ’ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fusillade

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ disparos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท silah sesi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ด๊ฒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุทู„ุงู‚ ุงู„ู†ุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stล™elba

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ streฤพba

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆžชๅฃฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ streljanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skothrรญรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั‚ั‹ัˆัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ แƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ atฤฑลŸma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ disparos

Etymology

The word 'gunfire' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'gun' and 'fire'. It has been used to describe the sound of shooting and the discharge of bullets from firearms. Gunfire has been a significant element in warfare, law enforcement, and criminal activities throughout history, shaping the way conflicts are fought and crimes are committed.

See also: gun, gunfighter, gunman, gunpowder, guns, gunshot, gunshots, gunslinger.