English dictionary
pistol
/'p/I/st/-/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a firearm that is held and fired with one hand
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The smallest firearm used, intended to be fired from one hand, -- now of many patterns, and bearing a great variety of names. See <i>Illust.</i> of <u>Revolver</u>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To shoot with a pistol.
Source: webster1913