Spring Gun (Noun)
Meaning
A gun that is set to fire on any intruder that comes in contact with the wire that sets it off.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The homeowner had set up a spring gun near the back door to deter potential burglars.
- A spring gun was found in the abandoned cabin, rigged to fire at anyone who opened the door.
- The antique collector warned visitors not to touch the old safe, which was rigged with a spring gun for protection.
- The police department warned citizens about the dangers of spring guns after a homeowner was injured by one.
- The intruder triggered the spring gun when he broke into the cabin, narrowly escaping serious injury.