gunner

/ˈɡʌnər/
noun
  1. A person who operates or fires a gun, especially in the military or on a ship or aircraft.
    • During the battle, the gunner fired round after round from the tank.
    • The gunner aimed the cannon at the enemy fort.
    • The helicopter's gunner provided cover fire for the soldiers below.
  2. A person who shoots a gun as a sport or hobby.
    • The hunting club welcomed new gunners to their annual event.
    • She is a skilled gunner who competes in clay pigeon shooting.
    • As a young gunner, he practiced at the range every weekend.