1. a weapon that fires bullets or shells
2. a device that shoots or sprays something

1. to shoot with a gun
2. to accelerate an engine rapidly
Usage: informal

Examples

• The police officer drew his gun.
• Hunters use rifles and other guns during deer season.
• She used a spray gun to paint the fence.
• The nail gun made the construction work much faster.
• The criminal was gunned down by police.
• He gunned the engine and sped away.
• The water gun soaked everyone at the pool party.