marksman
[ mahrks-muh n ]
/ ˈmɑrks mən /
noun, plural marks·men.
a person who is skilled in shooting at a mark; a person who shoots well.
Military.
- the lowest rating in rifle marksmanship, below that of sharpshooter and expert.
- a person who has achieved such a rating.
usage note for marksman
See
-man.
OTHER WORDS FROM marksman
marks·man·ship, nounWords nearby marksman
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markova,
markowitz,
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markswoman,
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markup language,
marl,
marlboro
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British Dictionary definitions for marksman
marksman
/ (ˈmɑːksmən) /
noun plural -men
a person skilled in shooting
a serviceman selected for his skill in shooting, esp for a minor engagement
a qualification awarded in certain armed services for skill in shooting