shooter meaning and definition

SHOOTER noun

Definition of shooter (noun)

1. a large marble used for shooting in the game of marbles
   • synonyms: taw
2. a person who shoots (usually with respect to their ability to shoot)
   • "he is a crack shot"; "a poor shooter"
   • synonyms: shot
3. a gambler who throws dice in the game of craps
   • synonyms: crap-shooter
4. (sports) a player who drives or kicks a ball at the goal (or a basketball player who shoots at the basket)
5. a professional killer who uses a gun
   • synonyms: gun, gun for hire, gunman, gunslinger, hired gun, hit man, hitman, torpedo, triggerman