English Expression · Intermediate
line gun
A firearm designed to shoot a rope across a distance, usually used to pass lines from one ship to another
Pronunciation: say line gun
Meaning
A firearm designed to shoot a rope across a distance, usually used to pass lines from one ship to another.
Example
I use the word "line gun".
I use the word "line gun".
Practice tips
- Practice line gun out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.