🔫pistol

noun
/ˈpɪstl/

Meaning

a small handheld gun designed to be fired with one hand
a small gun that can be held and fired with one hand

Example Sentences

The officer drew his pistol when he saw the suspect.

The officer drew his pistol from the holster.

Example Expressions

smoking gun

Synonyms

handgun, revolver, firearm, weapon
Entry 1
handgun, revolver, firearm, weapon
Entry 2
handgun, revolver, firearm

Antonyms

peace, safety

Collocations

loaded pistol, fire pistol, carry pistol, draw pistol, draw a pistol, pistol holster, load a pistol
Entry 1
loaded pistol, fire pistol, carry pistol, draw pistol
Entry 2
draw a pistol, pistol holster, load a pistol

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