Triggerman (Noun)
Meaning
A professional killer who uses a gun.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The police were still searching for the triggerman who had assassinated the politician in broad daylight.
- As a former soldier, Jack had the skills to become a deadly triggerman for hire.
- The hit was supposed to be a simple one, but the triggerman had botched the job and escaped.
- Detectives were reviewing the security footage to get a glimpse of the triggerman's face.
- The notorious triggerman had a reputation for being ruthless and efficient, never leaving behind any witnesses.