artilleryman

/ɑːrtɪləriˈmæn/

Definitions

1. noun

a soldier who operates and maintains artillery equipment

“The artilleryman was responsible for setting up the cannon for the battle.”

2. noun

a person skilled in the use of artillery

“The experienced artilleryman provided crucial guidance to the soldiers.”

Synonyms

  • artillerist
  • gunner

Antonyms

  • non-combatant