Gat

/ɡæt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Slang term for a gun.

He pulled out his gat during the heated argument.

A term used in some cultures to refer to a gate.

The gat at the entrance of the park was beautifully decorated.

verb

To shoot someone with a gun.

He was accused of gatting down a rival in a gang dispute.

The term 'gat' comes from the Dutch word 'gat', meaning hole, which relates to a hole made by a bullet.

gat in hand

Having a gun ready for use.

my gat's loaded

My gun is loaded and ready.

firearm

A weapon that discharges a projectile.

revolver

A type of gun with a revolving cylinder.

pistol

A small firearm designed to be held in one hand.

A gun or firearm.

Don't mess with him; he's got a gat.

An informal term for a weapon.

She always carries a gat for protection.