Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gun-runner
noun
/ˈɡʌnˌrʌn.ər/
Definition
A person who illegally transports weapons or firearms, typically across borders.
Examples
- The police arrested several gun-runners trying to smuggle arms across the border.
- International conflicts often result in an increase in gun-running activities.
- Governments are working to combat the threats posed by gun-runners.
Meaning
Gun-runners are often involved in smuggling operations, bringing weapons into areas where they are prohibited or heavily regulated.
Synonyms
- arms dealer
- smuggler
- trafficker
