- gun for
- gun for gun for, v. t.
1. To pursue with the intent to kill.
[PJC]
2. Fig. To make an effort to harm someone, especially with determination; -- also used humorously. [PJC]
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English. 2000.
gun for
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