adj
Meaning 1
Afraid to use a gun.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Standard Lemma guide
gunshy
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/ˈɡʌn.ʃaɪ/
adj
Meaning 2
Frightened by the sound of gunfire.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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adj
Meaning 3
Fearing the consequences of repeating an act, especially after being reprimanded.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: figuratively
Examples
- After his last suggestion was laughed at by his colleagues, he was gunshy about making another suggestion.
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History
Etymology
From gun + shy.