Definition

Not having or using guns.

Example

The community decided to remain gunless to promote peace and safety.

Conversation

I heard the new action movie is totally gunless.

Really? That sounds interesting and different!

Yeah, it focuses more on hand-to-hand combat instead.

I like that idea; it could make for some intense scenes!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gunless → It is formed from "gun" (from Old English *gonne*, meaning a type of firearm) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "gunless" means without a gun or lacking a firearm.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'gun' — that's why gunless means lacking a gun.

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