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Definition gunshot in American English

gunshot noun

[countable] noun
/ˈɡʌnˌʃɑt/
1

the sound that is made when someone fires a gun

Example

Residents claim they heard gunshots on the night Billy was murdered.

Synonyms and related words
come under fire cover crossfire
2

the bullets shot from a gun

Example

The police fired gunshots and tear gas to disperse the rioters.

Example

He died from a gunshot wound to the head.

Synonyms and related words
bandolier blank blank cartridge
Definition gunshot in American English