gunshy

== English == === Alternative forms === gun shy, gun-shy === Etymology === From gun +‎ shy. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈɡʌn.ʃaɪ/ === Adjective === gunshy (comparative more gunshy, superlative most gunshy) Afraid to use a gun. Frightened by the sound of gunfire. (figurative) Fearing the consequences of repeating an act, especially after being reprimanded. ==== Derived terms ==== are the Kennedys gun-shy ==== Related terms ==== once bitten, twice shy === Anagrams === hyungs