Gun-layer
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A soldier who is assigned to aim and fire a mounted machine gun such as that on the turret of a tank.
"A ship carries comparatively small guns to repel attacks by torpedo craft. We carry eight twelve-pounders, three three-pounders for the purpose. Each of these guns has its appointed gun-layer who is supposed to shoot straight."
Example
More examples"A ship carries comparatively small guns to repel attacks by torpedo craft. We carry eight twelve-pounders, three three-pounders for the purpose. Each of these guns has its appointed gun-layer who is supposed to shoot straight."
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