Sharpshooter

usgb/ˈʃɑːrpʃuːtər/
noun

A person who is highly skilled in shooting.

The army recruited him as a sharpshooter because of his excellent shooting skills.
Visual representation of "sharpshooter" - A person who is highly skilled in shooting

Often appears as...

  • army sharpshooter
  • skilled sharpshooter
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Military Context

'Sharpshooter' often refers to military or law enforcement precision shooters.

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During the battle, the sharpshooter provided cover for the advancing troops.
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Skill Level

Implies extraordinary skill, not just good with a firearm.

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After weeks of training, she earned the title of a sharpshooter.
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Target Shooting

Also used for non-military precision target shooting competitions.

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He's not just a hobbyist; he's a competitive sharpshooter.
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