handgun

UK
/ˈhændɡʌn/
US
/ˈhændɡʌn/

Translations

handgunnoun
handguns
pl
UK
/ˈhændɡʌn/
US
/ˈhændɡʌn/
The police officer carried a handgun for protection.
Полицейский носил пистолет для защиты.
He kept a revolver in his safe for emergencies.
Он держал револьвер в сейфе на случай чрезвычайных ситуаций.
handgunadjective
UK
/ˈhændɡʌn/
US
/ˈhændˌɡʌn/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "handgun violence").

Definitions

handgunnoun
A firearm designed to be held and operated with one hand, such as a pistol or revolver.
The police officer carried a handgun in his holster for protection.
handgunadjective
Relating to or intended for handguns.
State lawmakers debated new handgun regulations.