# sharpshooter

/ˈʃɑɹpˌʃutɝ/ (US) · /ʃˈɑːpʃuːtɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/sharpshooter
Updated: 2026-10-18

## Definition

a person who shoots a gun with very good aim. You use it for soldiers, police officers, or skilled hunters.

For teachers: a person highly skilled in accurate shooting with a firearm, especially a rifle. Often associated with military or law-enforcement marksmen.

## Examples

- The sharpshooter hits the target every time.
- The police sharpshooter watches the building from the roof across the street.
- The retired sharpshooter taught young recruits how wind, distance, and patience decide whether a single shot succeeds.

## Synonyms

marksman, sniper

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