Gunman
Gunman is a term used in English to describe an individual who uses a firearm to threaten or commit violence. It is most often applied to male perpetrators and is commonly found in news reporting about robberies, assassinations, mass shootings, or other armed attacks. The designation emphasizes both the weapon and the aggressor.
Etymology and nuance: The word is a compound of gun and man, making it gendered. While widely
Contexts of use: In criminal acts, a gunman may be described at the time of the event
Legal and social considerations: Discussions of gun violence and policy analyze incidents involving gunmen for patterns