Rifleman

usgb/ˈraɪflmən/
noun

A person who uses or has skills in using a rifle (a kind of long gun).

The skilled rifleman hit the target from a distance of 300 meters.
Visual representation of "rifleman" - A person who uses or has skills in using a rifle (a kind of long gun).

Often appears as...

  • professional rifleman
  • skilled rifleman
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Skill Emphasis

Understand 'rifleman' highlights proficiency with rifles, suggesting notable shooting skills.

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To become a renowned rifleman, he practiced every day.
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Not Military Specific

'Rifleman' can refer to any rifle user, not only to soldiers or in combat scenarios.

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The hunter became an adept rifleman over years of tracking game.
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Collocation Variation

Adjectives like 'professional' or 'skilled' modify 'rifleman' to indicate level of expertise.

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A novice rifleman attended the shooting range to improve his accuracy.
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