Main Entry: ¹gun

Pronunciation: \ˈgən\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English gonne, gunne

Date: 14th century

1 a : a piece of ordnance usually with high muzzle velocity and comparatively flat trajectory b : a portable firearm (as a rifle or handgun) c : a device that throws a projectile
2 a : a discharge of a gun especially as a salute or signal b : a signal marking a beginning or ending
3 a : hunter b : gunman
4 : something suggesting a gun in shape or function
5 : throttle

— gunned \ˈgənd\ adjective

— under the gun : under pressure or attack