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Firearm
/ˈfaɪəɑːm/
A device designed to launch one or multiple projectiles using an explosive force, commonly for defense, hunting, or sport.
Synonyms:
gun
weapon
pistol
rifle
Antonyms:
shield
armor
defense
Examples:
Carrying a
firearm
requires a special permit.
Training is essential before handling any
firearm
.
Many collectors own vintage
firearms
from WWII.
Etymology:
Originating from the French word
arme de feu
, meaning weapon of fire, adapted into English during the late 16th century.
Usage Statistics:
29 mentions per 1 million words
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