marksman Definition
a person skilled in shooting at a target, especially with a rifle.
Using marksman: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "marksman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He was a marksman in the army.
Example
The marksman hit the bullseye every time.
Example
She trained to become a marksman for the Olympic shooting competition.
marksman Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for marksman
- sharpshooter
- rifleman
- sniper
Phrases with marksman
dead shot
a person who is an excellent marksman and can shoot with great accuracy
Example
He's a dead shot with a rifle.
Example
She's a crack shot with a pistol.
marksman's badge
a military badge awarded to a soldier who has achieved a high level of proficiency in shooting
Example
He proudly wore his marksman's badge on his uniform.
Origins of marksman
from 'mark' (target) + 'man'
Summary: marksman in Brief
A 'marksman' [ˈmɑːrksmən] is a skilled shooter, especially with a rifle. It is often used in a military or competitive context, as in 'She trained to become a marksman for the Olympic shooting competition.' Synonyms include 'sharpshooter' and 'rifleman,' while phrases like 'dead shot' and 'crack shot' describe someone who is an excellent marksman.
