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gunmen

n. plural-only
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɡənˌmɛn// UK //ɡˈʌnmɛn// gun·men

n. men who carry and use guns, especially when they are involved in a crime or a fight.

n. individuals armed with firearms, typically in the context of criminal activity, terrorism, or armed conflict.


SIMPLE

The gunmen fled the scene before the police arrived.

CONTEXTUAL

Witnesses reported seeing two masked gunmen entering the bank through the side door during the lunch hour.

COMPLEX

Security forces were deployed to the border region following reports that unidentified gunmen had established checkpoints along the main supply route.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'gunman'; it takes plural verb agreement.

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