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handgun Synonyms

Another word for handgun

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• noun (Context 1)

A compact firearm designed to be held and fired with one hand, although a two-handed grip is commonly used in practice.

Usage Example

"The security personnel were trained extensively in safely unholstering and discharging a pistol at the firing range."

Strongest
pistol
Strong
revolver
firearm
Weak
weapon

• Nearby Words

handful
handglass
handgrip
handgun
handheld
handhold
handholding

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Handgun. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/handgun
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