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gun control

American  
[guhn kuhn-trohl] / ˈgʌn kənˌtroʊl /

noun

  1. government regulation of the sale and ownership of firearms.


Etymology

Origin of gun control

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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In the wake of Australia's deadliest mass shooting in almost three decades, the government has announced plans to tighten gun controls, while the New South Wales premier is pushing to crack down on hate speech.

From BBC

The day after the shooting, national cabinet - which includes representatives from the federal government and leaders from all states and territories - agreed to tighten gun controls.

From BBC

Since the shooting, Albanese is leading a state-federal push for stricter gun control, after the older assailant was found to have six licensed guns.

From Barron's

Away from the big screen, Reiner was also known for his political and social activism, often speaking out on issues ranging from climate change to gun control.

From BBC

Leaders from every state and territory met to weigh up tougher gun control measures, a lever they pulled the last time Australia experienced something even remotely like this.

From BBC