six-shooter
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of six-shooter
An Americanism dating back to 1835–45
Example Sentences
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The ultimate steely-eyed badass, Eastwood didn’t need dialogue to make a big impact, preferring the power of a six shooter and a cigarillo instead.
From Golf Digest • Jun. 22, 2017
His broad shoulders tapered to a narrow waist, and he walked with the swagger of someone who wore a six shooter on each hip.
From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago
Oh, how nice, and Uncle George gave me a new six shooter, and the dogs haven't had any exercise in a week.
From Rolling Stones by Henry, O.
The district attorney, having looked carefully to the fastenings of his windows, tucked a six shooter under his pillow and began to unlace his shoes.
From The Rider of Golden Bar by White, William Patterson
Aloud he replied: "The fastest, straightest little wing shot with a six shooter that ever was, old-timer!"
From Cappy Ricks Retires by Kyne, Peter B. (Peter Bernard)
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