side arms

plural noun

weapons carried on the person, by sling, belt, or holster, such as a sword, pistol, etc

It is in fact this process of corroboration that has furnished all ranks of swearers with their necessary side-arms and equipment.

Although tried and found guilty, Alfred, to his delight, was permitted to retain his side-arms and wear his uniform.

This will not embrace the side-arms of the officers, nor their private horses or baggage.

A swinging lantern cast its yellow flare on the canvas flies and his side arms, lying with his discarded blouse on his cot.

At their side walked a body-guard of eight hoppers, armed with pistils, and having side-arms of sword-grass.

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