Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gun-battle
noun
ɡʌn ˈbætəl
Definition
A firefight involving firearms between combatants.
Examples
- The police engaged in a gun-battle with the suspects last night.
- The movie depicted a thrilling gun-battle between rival gangs.
- During the war, many soldiers experienced intense gun-battles on the front lines.
Meaning
A violent confrontation where individuals or groups exchange gunfire.
Synonyms
- firefight
- shootout
- gunfight
