noun
- plural of gunpoint; the muzzle or tip of a gun, or the threat of being shot
Usage: Usually used in the phrase 'at gunpoint' meaning under threat of being shot
Examples
- The robbers held up the store at gunpoint.
- Witnesses reported that the victim was forced into the car at gunpoint.
- Police arrived to find the hostages being held at gunpoint.
- The bank teller complied with the demands made at gunpoint.
- Security footage showed the suspect threatening employees with gunpoints.