pistol grip

noun

1. a handle or grip, as of a rifle or saw, shaped like the butt of a pistol.

pistol grip

noun

1. 1. a handle shaped like the butt of a pistol
   2. ( as modifier )

      a pistol-grip camera

Other Words From

• pistol-grip adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of pistol grip¹

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

“I can grab a fully manufactured barrel, optics, pistol grip and snap it together and I can have an AR very easily,” Stephens said.

From Voice of San Diego

Both the Taser and the gun, for instance, are held via a pistol grip.

From Quartz

One of the most unusual artifacts is a half section of a hollow Sheffield-plated pistol-grip knife handle.

From Project Gutenberg

He was wrapping tape about the pistol grip when a servant brought him a scribbled note.

From Project Gutenberg

It was a rather bulky affair, short-barrelled, and with a pistol grip.

From Project Gutenberg

At the sight of Nancy his jaw muscles clenched and his hand tightened on the pistol grip.

From Project Gutenberg

The long, lean hand of the bearded Missourian gripped his wrist even as he caught at a pistol grip.

From Project Gutenberg