marksman
Collocations
3ADJ.
excellent, gifted, proficient
MARKSMAN + NOUN
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PREP.
on
Definitions
noun
A man or person skilled at hitting targets, as with a firearm, bow, or thrown object.
He should do as prudent marksmen do when the place they plan to hit appears too distant, and knowing how far the strength of their rifle carries, they set their aim much higher than the place intended, not to reach such a height with their bullet, but to be able with the aid of so high an aim to achieve their design.
Goalscorer.
In what was a characteristic Bent display, he made only an occasional impact - but proved once again in front of England coach Fabio Capello that he is one of the most reliable marksmen in the domestic game.
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Synonyms
noun — someone skilled in shooting
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Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
6He should do as prudent marksmen do when the place they plan to hit appears too distant, and knowing how far the strength of their rifle carries, they set their aim much higher than the place intended
WiktionaryIn what was a characteristic Bent display, he made only an occasional impact - but proved once again in front of England coach Fabio Capello that he is one of the most reliable marksmen in the domesti
WiktionaryTom is a proficient marksman.
Tatoeba · #1167508Tom is an excellent marksman.
Tatoeba · #1167509At that instant Holmes sprang like a tiger on to the marksman’s back, and hurled him flat upon his face.
Tatoeba · #7453231Yanni is a gifted marksman.
Tatoeba · #9824189