sniper

IPA: snˈaɪpɝ

A person using long-range small arms for precise attacks from a concealed position.
Any attacker using a non-contact weapon against a specific target from a concealed position.
One who shoots from a concealed position.
One who criticizes; a person who frequently snipes at others.
A hunter of snipe (the bird).
(ice hockey slang) A player who specializes in scoring goals.
A person or automated process set up by a person who or which attempts to win an online auction by placing a bid only seconds before the auction ends, leaving no time for other bidders to respond

Examples of "sniper" in Sentences

The sniper carefully adjusted his scope, focusing on his target in the distance
The sound of gunfire echoed through the valley as the sniper took out his enemy with a single shot
The sniper lay in wait, hidden in the bushes, waiting for the perfect moment to strike
The sniper's precision aim was unmatched, making him one of the deadliest soldiers on the battlefield
The sniper's reputation as a skilled marksman spread quickly, striking fear in the hearts of his enemies