nounπShareA handgun, typically with a chamber integrated in the barrel, a semi-automatic action and a box magazine."My uncle kept his pistol locked away in a safe, a precaution he always took. "weaponmilitarypolicedeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe mechanical component of a fuse in a bomb or torpedo responsible for firing the detonator."The bomb's pistol malfunctioned, preventing the detonation. "militaryweapontechnicalmachinedevicepartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA creative and unpredictable jokester, a constant source of entertainment and surprises."The class clown, a true pistol, kept everyone entertained with his unexpected jokes during the lesson. "characterentertainmentpersonChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA small boy who is bright, alert and very active."The pistol was a whirlwind of energy in the classroom, always asking questions and participating in discussions. "characterpersonhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn offensive formation in which the quarterback receives the snap at a distance behind the center, but closer than in a shotgun formation, with a running back lined up behind him."The football team used a pistol formation in their game against the rivals. "sportmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo shoot (at) a target with a pistol."The marksman expertly pistolled the target at the shooting range. "weaponmilitarypoliceactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
