Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
holstered
verb
ˈhōl-stərd
Definition
To place a firearm in a holster.
Examples
- The police officer holstered his weapon before approaching the suspect.
- After the training session, the soldier holstered his sidearm as they returned to the camp.
- In the movie, the cowboy quickly holstered his revolver after the duel.
Meaning
The action of securing a gun in a holster, typically for safety and accessibility.
Synonyms
- secured
- stored
- retained
