CEFR C1

artillerist

noun

Meaning

A soldier trained in the operation and maintenance of large-caliber guns or missile systems.

Examples

The skilled artillerist calculated the trajectory to ensure the shell hit the target accurately.
During the training exercise, every artillerist practiced rapid reloading techniques under pressure.

Synonyms: gunner, artilleryman, cannoneer

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artillerist (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: ɑːrˈtɪlərɪst

Definition

A soldier trained in the operation and maintenance of large-caliber guns or missile systems.

Examples

The skilled artillerist calculated the trajectory to ensure the shell hit the target accurately.
During the training exercise, every artillerist practiced rapid reloading techniques under pressure.
The regiment relied on its most experienced artillerist to calibrate the heavy weaponry before the dawn assault.

How to Use artillerist

artillerist in a unit (collocation): describing the soldier's role within a military group — "The young artillerist served in a unit tasked with long-range defense."

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