pistol
noun
a short firearm intended to be held and fired with one hand.
pistols
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pluralof pistol.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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When they finally returned, Roebuck realized he was missing four pistols from his safe.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
Since 1989, California has prohibited the sale and possession of most semiautomatic rifles and pistols that can fire more than 10 shots before reloading.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
He was later charged in a military court with possession of pistols and attempting to purchase weapons abroad - accusations which he denies.
From BBC ● May 12, 2026
She was attending an event, along with her father, at a "major munitions factory" that produces new pistols and other "portable light arms", Pyongyang's official Korean Central News Agency said.
From Barron's ● Mar. 12, 2026
They carry long rifles or pistols, though they don’t need them.
From "Red Queen" by Victoria Aveyard
