handgun Synonyms
handgun Meaning
Wordnet
handgun (n)
a firearm that is held and fired with one hand
handgun Sentence Examples
- The concealed handgun under his jacket gave him a sense of security.
- The police officer drew his handgun from its holster and pointed it at the suspect.
- The victim was shot and killed by a single gunshot from a handgun.
- The gunman brandished a handgun and demanded money from the cashier.
- Handguns are a common weapon used in violent crimes.
- The sale of handguns is strictly controlled in many countries.
- The home was searched for illegal handguns, but none were found.
- The suspect was arrested after a brief standoff with police, who confiscated his handgun.
- Handguns can be dangerous if they are not handled properly.
- The new handgun law requires background checks for all handgun purchases.
FAQs About the word handgun
a firearm that is held and fired with one hand
derringer, firearm, revolver, gun,pistol, six-shooter, sidearm, shotgun, semiautomatic, roscoe
No antonyms found.
The concealed handgun under his jacket gave him a sense of security.
The police officer drew his handgun from its holster and pointed it at the suspect.
The victim was shot and killed by a single gunshot from a handgun.
The gunman brandished a handgun and demanded money from the cashier.
