Definition of Gun-shy
Gun-shy
Gun·shy
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(adjective)
Frightened or intimidated, especially because of a previous experience.
e.g. The horse was gun-shy after being startled by a loud noise.
(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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