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gunplay.

The discharge of firearms, usually with violent intent and in confrontations.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɡʌnˌpleɪ/General-American
  1. The discharge of firearms, usually with violent intent and in confrontations.

    uncountable · usually
    In the aftermath of the Iraq War, the streets of Baghdad were sometimes filled with gunplay.
  2. A sexual practice involving the use of a (usually unloaded) firearm for physical and mental stimulation.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

From gun + play.

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