Pistol (en. Pistola)
ˈpɪs.təl
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of firearm with a short body and a handle used with one hand.
He brought his pistol when he left the house.
Nadala niya ang kanyang pistol nang siya ay lumabas ng bahay.
A type of gun worn on the body, often used for protection.
Police officers carry a pistol for their safety.
Ang mga pulis ay may pistol para sa kanilang seguridad.
A gun commonly used in combat or shooting practice.
He enrolled in a class for pistol shooting.
Nag-enroll siya sa isang klase para sa pistol shooting.
Etymology
Originating from the French word 'pistolet'
Common Phrases and Expressions
police pistol
The gun used by police.
pistol ng pulis
hide a pistol
To use or carry a pistol without others seeing it.
magtago ng pistol
Related Words
revolver
A type of pistol that has a rotating cylinder for bullets.
revolver
gun
A general term for firearms.
baril
Slang Meanings
gun
Pedro's gun is extremely powerful.
Ang baril ni Pedro ay sobrang lakas.
quick strike or attack
Let's do a quick strike when there are enemies.
Pistol-pistol na tayo kapag may mga kaaway.
iron (referring to a gun as 'iron')
Be careful with the iron, something bad might happen.
Mag-ingat ka sa bakal, baka may mangyaring masama.