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View definitions for handgun

handgun

noun as in firearm

Strong match

noun as in pistol

noun as in Saturday night special

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Example Sentences

Felons are barred from purchasing or owning handguns under federal law.

From Salon

The employee noticed that a man believed to be Bland had what appeared to be a handgun tucked into his front waistband with the handle visible.

Some researchers have used radio waves to detect concealed weapons such as hidden handguns and knives.

From BBC

Under current Swedish gun laws, anyone over 18 who does not have a criminal record can apply for a permit for a shotgun, handgun or semi-automatic rifle.

From BBC

The analysis, according to Lewin, confirmed the shell casings recovered at the shooting scene were most likely fired from a 9mm handgun.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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