Definitions

1. noun

A soldier or marksman who shoots at or identifies targets, typically from a concealed position or at a distance.

“The sniper’s bullet hit the enemy soldier in the arm.”

2. verb

To shoot at or identify targets, typically from a concealed position or at a distance.

“The soldiers sniped at the enemy’s position from behind the hill.”

3. verb

To mark or identify something as inferior or unacceptable.

“The critic’s review sniped the new movie, calling it a disaster.”

4. noun

A person who makes a disparaging or critical remark.

“The comedian played the role of a snipe, constantly making jokes at his rival’s expense.”