noun

marksman

MAHRKS-muhn

noun

Someone with excellent aim, especially with a firearm, bow, or other thrown or fired weapon.

"The sniper was regarded as one of the best marksmen in the regiment."

"She won the archery trophy for the third year running, thanks to her marksmanship as a marksman."

In sport, a player known for reliably scoring goals.

"The striker has been the club's top marksman for two seasons straight."

How to Use Marksman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person who is very accurate at hitting a target, whether with a weapon or, in football, the goal.

Common pairings

a skilled marksman the club's top marksman marksmanship training

marksmen plural

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She won the archery trophy for the third year running, thanks to her marksmanship as a _____.

Built from mark (a target) plus man — literally someone who consistently hits the mark.