noun
- People who participate in the sport of paintball, in which players use air-powered guns to shoot capsules of paint at opponents.
Usage: Plural form of paintballer; Informal; Common in recreational and competitive sports contexts
Examples
- The paintballers gathered at the field early Saturday morning for the tournament.
- Experienced paintballers often invest in high-quality markers and protective gear.
- A group of paintballers played a capture-the-flag game in the woods.
- The paintballers wore camouflage and face masks to protect themselves during play.
- Many paintballers join teams and compete in organized leagues.