Synonyms for
Firearm
Definition
A firearm is a weapon that uses gunpowder or other explosives to fire a bullet or shot.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- firearm safety
- illegal firearm
- registered firearm
- concealed firearm
- firearm owner
- firearm discharge
- firearm training
Word family
Usage note
While 'gun' is a common informal synonym, 'firearm' is the more precise and formal term, often used in legal and technical contexts.
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Example sentences
- The hunter used his firearm to shoot the deer.
- The soldier carried a powerful firearm in battle.
- It is important to use a firearm safely and responsibly.
- The police officer drew his firearm to defend himself against the attacker.
- The criminal was found with a loaded firearm in his possession.
Quotes
A gun is a tool, Marian; no better or no worse than any other tool: an axe, a shovel or anything. A gun is as good or as bad as the man using it. Remember that.
The only way to stop a bad guy with a gun is with a good guy with a gun.
I have a very strict gun control policy: if there's a gun around, I want to be in control of it.