Gun-layer
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gun-layer is a noun meaning A soldier who is assigned to aim and fire a mounted machine gun such as that on the turret of a tank.
Meaning
A soldier who is assigned to aim and fire a mounted machine gun such as that on the turret of a tank.
Example Sentences
'Well, comrade Colonel, it's started now!" said a gun-layer.
The breech is opened by hand and the auto-loader primed, after which the gun-layer aims and stamps on the firing pedal.
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.
Word Forms
- gun-layers
- gunlayer
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gunner, mitrailleur, lancer, tanker, artilleryman, armorer.
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