noun
- soldiers who operate large guns or artillery
- crew members responsible for operating guns on ships or aircraft
- supporters or fans of Arsenal Football Club
Usage: military
Usage: military; naval; aviation
Usage: British; informal; sports
Examples
- The gunners loaded the cannon and prepared to fire.
- Naval gunners trained their weapons on the enemy ship.
- The aircraft’s gunners defended against incoming fighters.
- Artillery gunners coordinated their bombardment with infantry units.
- The Gunners won their match at Emirates Stadium yesterday.
- Thousands of Gunners traveled to support their team.
- The gunners adjusted their aim based on wind conditions.