Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pistol
Noun
/ˈpɪstəl/
Definition
A small firearm designed to be held and fired with one hand.
Examples
- He took a pistol out of the safe for protection.
- In the movie, the hero brandished a pistol to intimidate the villains.
- She practiced her aim with a target pistol at the shooting range.
Meaning
The term ‘pistol’ generally refers to a specific type of handgun that can be semi-automatic or revolver-based, often used for personal defense or sport shooting.
Synonyms
- Handgun
- Revolver
- Sidearm
- Firearm
