Marksman

Definitions

1. A man or person skilled at hitting targets, as with a firearm, bow, or thrown object.
2. Goalscorer.

Equivalents

Examples

“He should do as prudent marksmen do when the place⟳ they plan⟳ to hit appears too distant, and knowing how far the strength of their rifle carries, they set⟳ their aim much higher than the place⟳ intended, not to reach⟳ such a height with their bullet, but to be able with the aid of so high an aim to achieve⟳ their design⟳.”

“In what was a characteristic Bent display, he made only an occasional impact - but proved once again in front of England coach Fabio Capello that he is one of the most reliable marksmen in the domestic game.”

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