Gunfighter
/ˈɡʌnfaɪtər/
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Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
Gunfighters were prevalent in the 19th century during the American frontier period.
Books about the American frontier depict gunfighters as both heroes and outlaws.
Pro Tip 2/3Western Genre
The term is often used in Western movies and books, signifying a character skilled with firearms.
The gunfighter walked into the saloon, and everyone went silent.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Contemporary
'Gunfighter' typically refers to historical figures, not modern people who use guns.
He admired the infamous gunfighters from history, not modern-day criminals.
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