holster
holster Lexical Profile
holster Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A specially designed case, traditionally made of leather or synthetic materials, worn on a belt or strap to carry a handgun securely.
"The security guard carefully adjusted the heavy holster resting on his right hip."
A small pouch or carrying case attached to a belt, used for conveniently holding tools, mobile devices, or other small items.
"The electrician reached into her tool holster to retrieve a pair of wire cutters."
• verb
To put or secure a firearm or other item into its designated carrying case.
"After finishing the target practice drill, the instructor ordered the students to clear and holster their weapons."
• Rhymes for holster
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed into English in the mid-17th century from Dutch 'holster' (pistol case), which shares an origin with Old English 'heolstor' (hiding place, concealment), stemming from Proto-Germanic '*hulstrą' (a covering) and the root '*helan' (to hide).
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