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Gunnery: meaning, definitions and examples

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gunnery

 

[ หˆษกสŒnษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military practice

Gunnery refers to the art or practice of using and operating artillery and firearms. It encompasses the training and skill involved in aiming and firing weapons accurately and effectively. This term is primarily associated with military operations, where precise shooting is critical to mission success. Gunnery training includes techniques for sighting, adjusting for distance, and understanding ballistics. The term is often used in contexts involving naval, air, and ground forces.

Synonyms

artillery operation, firearms training, marksmanship.

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers underwent rigorous gunnery training.
  • Advanced gunnery techniques are essential for naval operations.
  • The gunnery officer was responsible for the ship's weaponry.
  • He graduated top of his class in gunnery school.

Translations

Translations of the word "gunnery" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น artilharia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเฅ‹เคชเค–เคผเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Artillerie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ artileri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ั‚ะธะปะตั€ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ artyleria

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ ฒๅ…ต

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท artillerie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ artillerรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท topรงuluk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ๋ณ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุฏูุนูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dฤ›lostล™electvo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ delostrelectvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‚ฎๅ…ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ topniลกtvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fallbyssur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ั‚ะธะปะปะตั€ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒขแƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ artilleriya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ artillerรญa

Etymology

The word 'gunnery' originated from the Middle English term 'gunnerie,' which was derived from 'gunne,' meaning 'gun.' This term is linked to the development and use of firearms in the late medieval period, particularly with the advent of cannons and handheld firearms. As military tactics evolved, so did the techniques associated with operating these weapons. By the 16th century, gunnery began to formally refer to the specialization in the use and management of artillery. Over time, it has become a vital component of modern military training, emphasizing precision and effectiveness in weapon handling. The evolution of gunnery has paralleld advancements in technology, from the introduction of rifled barrels for more accurate shooting to the precision-guided munitions used today.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,209, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.