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side arms

British  

plural noun

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Each has an elastic band for head support, extendable side arms, and ear pads that seem comfy.

From The Verge • Aug. 23, 2022

If you have a bench at the end of the bed, make sure it has side arms, so it’s easier to get up from.

From Washington Post • Jan. 25, 2022

Sailors with side arms stood watch by the gangplank, seemingly oblivious to the cold rain lashing their faces.

From New York Times • May 22, 2021

Ombraz Sunglasses: Perfect for outdoor sports, camping and those who chronically break their sunglasses, these clever, locally developed shades use a cord rather than side arms and are almost indestructible.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2019

The first thing I notice is Karly and Sal at the side, arms folded, glaring at me as if I was a piece of dirt they’d just found on their shoes.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

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