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Side Arm (Noun)

Meaning

A firearm that is held and fired with one hand.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The police officer drew her side arm to respond to the possible threat.
  • In some jurisdictions, citizens are allowed to carry a concealed side arm for self-protection.
  • Historically, side arms were a staple of military and law enforcement personnel.
  • Applicants for a gun permit must demonstrate proficiency with a side arm before being approved.
  • After working on her skills, Sarah decided it was time to purchase a side arm for personal protection.

Synonyms

  • Pistol
  • Shooting Iron
  • Handgun

Hypernyms

  • Firearm
  • Piece

Hyponyms

  • Peacekeeper
  • Six-gun
  • Zip Gun
  • Verey Pistol
  • Very Pistol
  • Revolver
  • Semiautomatic Pistol
  • Automatic
  • Rod
  • Automatic Pistol
  • Derringer
  • Saturday Night Special
  • Horse Pistol
  • Gat
  • Horse-pistol
  • Semiautomatic
  • Forty-five
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