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gunner

/ˈɡʌnər/ noun · British & US
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What does gunner mean?

noun

A person who plays in a forward position in a team sport, especially rugby or football. A person who operates a gun, especially a machine gun.

Example

"The team's gunner scored a crucial goal in the final minutes of the game."

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