gunfire
Translation
gunfire, shooting
Examples
We heard gunfire in the distance.
We heard gunfire in the distance.
The soldiers came under heavy gunfire.
The soldiers came under heavy gunfire.
Grammar Patterns
((gunfire)) the sound of guns being fired. We heard gunfire in the distance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shooting, shots, fusillade
Etymology
A compound word from 'gun' and 'fire', literally the 'firing' of guns.
Memory Tips
Imagine the sound and sight of a gun creating 'fire' when it shoots.