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Definition
A gunman, or a ghostwriter, surrogate examinee, or substitute writer.
- gunman; shooter; gunner
- ghostwriter; surrogate examinee; substitute writer hired to do work
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How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of an armed gunman, this term is widely used in academic and professional contexts to describe someone hired to perform a task secretly on behalf of another. The act of hiring such a person is commonly referred to as 請槍. It carries a strong connotation of dishonesty or academic misconduct.
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He hired a ghostwriter to write his thesis.
That substitute test-taker got caught during the exam.
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Common phrases
to hire a substitute
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a professional writer or a soldier, as the term specifically implies a deceptive or illicit substitution in the context of exams or creative work.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
