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Meaning of the word handgun in English

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handgun

US /ˈhænd.ɡʌn/
UK /ˈhænd.ɡʌn/
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Noun

1.

a small firearm designed to be held and fired with one hand

Example:
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The police officer drew his handgun from its holster.
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He was arrested for carrying a concealed handgun.
Synonym:
pistolrevolvergun
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