gunslinger

English

noun
Definitions
  • In the Old West: a person who carried a gun and was an expert at the quick draw.
  • In modern usage: a person who behaves with the bravado expected of someone who would duel with guns.

Etymology

Compound from English gun + English slinger.

Origin

English

slinger

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