Meaning of the word gunfighter in English

What does gunfighter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gunfighter

US /ˈɡʌn.faɪ.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈɡʌn.faɪ.tər/

Noun

a person, especially in the American West, who carries and uses a gun, typically for fighting or crime

Example:
The old saloon was a common haunt for gunfighters and outlaws.
He was known as the fastest gunfighter in the West.
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