revolver
noun
a handgun having a revolving chambered cylinder for holding a number of cartridges, which may be discharged in succession without reloading.
revolvers
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pluralof revolver.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He gifted Trump and other world leaders personalized revolvers inscribed with their names and live ammunition, according to an official familiar with the matter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
He was carrying 743 rounds of ammunition and four handguns – two 9mm Browning semi-automatic pistols and two Smith & Wesson .357 magnum revolvers.
From BBC ● Mar. 7, 2026
Only 9-mm pistols and 38-caliber revolvers are authorized for civilian use under the decree.
From Reuters ● May 30, 2023
While the men huff around with revolvers, the women have embraced the model of the old “Road to … ” series with Bob Hope and Bing Crosby.
From New York Times ● May 11, 2023
In wood-and-glass cases or resting on hanging shelves on the walls are specialty revolvers and sidearms.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
