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pistols

/ˈpɪstəlz/

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noun

A handgun, typically with a chamber integrated in the barrel, a semi-automatic action and a box magazine.

Examples :

"The police officer kept two pistols in a locked case in his patrol car. "

weapon military police machine item

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noun

The mechanical component of a fuse in a bomb or torpedo responsible for firing the detonator.

Examples :

"Due to a manufacturing defect, the pistols in the torpedoes were failing to properly detonate the explosives. "

technical military weapon machine device part

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noun

A creative and unpredictable jokester, a constant source of entertainment and surprises.

Examples :

"The office pistols always have a new prank planned, keeping everyone laughing and on their toes. "

character person entertainment

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noun

A small boy who is bright, alert and very active.

Examples :

"While the other children were sleepy after lunch, the twins were pistols, running and laughing around the playground. "

character person human

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noun

An 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.

Examples :

"The coach decided to run a few plays from the pistols formation to give the quarterback a bit more time to read the defense. "

sport technical