Definition of Gun-shy
Gun-shy
gun-shy
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
afraid, apprehensive, cautious, nervous, or distrustful in manner;
e.g. It is not unusual to feel a bit gun-shy about going somewhere unfamiliar and meeting new people.
(adjective)
made afraid or alarmed by loud noises, such as that of a gunshot, especially describing a hunting dog;
e.g. Though the dog was of a hunting breed, it was gun-shy and therefore couldn't be taken with them.
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