Gunfire (Noun)
Meaning
The act of shooting a gun; "the gunfire endangered innocent bystanders"; "they retreated in the face of withering enemy fire".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The sound of gunfire echoed through the deserted streets as the police chased the suspects.
- The tourists were caught in the crossfire and had to take cover from the intense gunfire.
- The soldiers were trained to remain calm under gunfire and to return fire accurately.
- The city was plagued by gunfire and violence, making it a dangerous place to live.
- The gunfire from the nearby war zone could be heard clearly in the refugee camp.