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    Pistolas (en. Pistols)

    /pisˈto.las/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Firearms that can be handled with one hand.
    The police confiscated several pistols during the operation.
    La policía confiscó varias pistolas durante el operativo.
    Instrument used to fire projectiles.
    Pistols can be of different calibers.
    Las pistolas pueden ser de diferentes calibres.
    A tool used in manufacturing, such as silicone guns.
    I bought a glue gun for the craft project.
    Compré una pistola de pegamento para el proyecto de manualidades.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'pistola', which comes from the word 'pistole', used in the 16th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    water gun
    Toy that shoots water.
    pistola de agua
    toy gun
    Replica of a gun, designed for play.
    pistola de juguete
    silicone gun
    Tool used to apply adhesives.
    pistola de silicona

    Related Words

    revolver
    Firearm that has a rotating cylinder for cartridges.
    revolver
    weapon
    Instrument used to cause harm or injury.
    arma
    shooter
    Person who shoots with a weapon.
    tirador

    Slang Meanings

    Vocabulary indicating that someone is carrying a concealed weapon.
    In the neighborhood, it's said that he always carries guns.
    En el barrio se dice que siempre anda con pistolas.
    Used to refer to an intimidating person.
    That guy is a gun, you'd better not mess with him.
    Ese tipo es una pistola, mejor no te metas con él.