Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
six-shooter
Noun
/sɪks ˈʃuːtər/
Definition
A six-shooter is a type of revolver that has a rotating cylinder that holds six rounds of ammunition.
Examples
- Many cowboys carried a six-shooter as a sign of their status.
- The sheriff holstered his trusty six-shooter at his side.
- In classic Western films, gunfights often featured the iconic six-shooter.
Meaning
The term ‘six-shooter’ refers to a handgun designed to fire six bullets before needing to be reloaded, commonly associated with the American West.
Synonyms
- Revolver
- Handgun
- Sidearm
