firearm

noun

fire·arm ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌärm

Synonyms of firearm next

: a weapon from which a shot is discharged by gunpowder

—usually used of small arms

Examples of firearm in a Sentence

revolvers, rifles, and other firearms will need a permit to carry a firearm

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Park's deer season near A permit-only alternative firearms deer season, formerly muzzle-loader season, is set for Nov. 22-25 at Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area. —

Flip Putthoff, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024 The gun used by the man was found at his feet, and it was later revealed to be a replica firearm, Reeson said. —

Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024 Our critical legislation ensures that firearms and ammunition retailers are not singled out for special scrutiny by the financial system. —

Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024 Thug, born Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty to one gang charge along with multiple firearm and drug charges, while pleading no contest to the central RICO charge and to a gang leadership charge. —

Justin Curto, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for firearm