noun

sharpshooter

sharpshooter, marksman

The police sharpshooter was on the roof.

The police sharpshooter was on the roof.

He is known as a sharpshooter in the army.

He is known as a sharpshooter in the army.

((sb.)) is a sharpshooter to identify (sb.) as a sharpshooter He is a sharpshooter for the special forces.

Synonyms: marksman, sniper, crack shot

A compound word from 'sharp' (accurate, precise) and 'shooter' (a person who shoots).

Break it down: a 'shooter' who is 'sharp' or very accurate. The two parts clearly define the meaning.

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