Cool MateMeaning of Pistol
A firearm designed to be fired with one hand.
In simple words: A small gun that you can hold with one hand.
Pistol in a sentence
- He pulled out a pistol during the robbery.
- She practiced target shooting with her new pistol.
- The police officer carried a pistol for protection.
- The movie featured a thrilling chase involving a pistol.
- He displayed his antique pistol at the gun show.
- The soldier was trained to use a pistol in close combat.
How to use Pistol
Used in everyday conversations about firearms. May not be appropriate in formal or sensitive contexts.
Grammar pattern
countable noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'pistol' as a 'pestle' but for shooting.
Related words
Collocations with Pistol
- fire a pistol
- conceal a pistol
- draw a pistol
- semi-automatic pistol
- service pistol
Synonyms for Pistol
- handgun
- revolver
- sidearm
- gat
- piece
Common mistakes with Pistol
- Confused with 'revolver' - a pistol is different from a revolver.
- Using 'pistols' when referring to multiple types of guns instead of only pistols.
- Mispronouncing it as 'pistal'.
Pistol appears in
Pistol in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مسدس
مسدس صغير تقدر تمسكه بيد واحدة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পিস্তল
একটা ছোট বন্দুক যা এক হাতে ধরা যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Pistole
Eine kleine Waffe, die du mit einer Hand halten kannst.
- SpanishEspañol
Pistola
Una pistola pequeña que puedes agarrar con una mano.
- Persianفارسی
تپانچه
یه اسلحه کوچیکه که میتونی با یه دست بگیریش.
- FrenchFrançais
Pistolet
Un petit pistolet qu'on peut tenir d'une seule main.
- Hindiहिन्दी
पिस्तौल
एक छोटी बंदूक जिसे आप एक हाथ से पकड़ सकते हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Pistola
Una piccola pistola che puoi tenere con una mano.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Pistola
Uma arma pequena que você pode segurar com uma mão.
- RussianРусский
Пистолет
Маленький пистолет, который можно держать одной рукой.
- Urduاردو
پستول
ایک چھوٹی بندوق جسے آپ ایک ہاتھ سے پکڑ سکتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
Pistol
一种可以用一只手拿的小枪。
More s like Pistol
- Piece
- ProbeC1
A device or tool used for exploration or investigation.
- EvidenceA2
Information or signs that help to prove something.
- AmbushB1
A surprise attack from a hidden position.
- HomicideB1
The deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another.
- NarcoticC2
A drug that dulls the senses and relieves pain, often leading to sleep.
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Frequently asked questions about Pistol
What does Pistol mean?
A small gun that you can hold with one hand.
What is the definition of Pistol?
A firearm designed to be fired with one hand.
How do you use Pistol in a sentence?
He pulled out a pistol during the robbery.
Can you give another example of Pistol?
She practiced target shooting with her new pistol.
What are synonyms for Pistol?
Common alternatives include handgun, revolver, sidearm, gat, piece.
What words go with Pistol?
It commonly pairs with fire a pistol, conceal a pistol, draw a pistol, semi-automatic pistol, service pistol.
What are common mistakes when using Pistol?
Confused with 'revolver' - a pistol is different from a revolver. Using 'pistols' when referring to multiple types of guns instead of only pistols. Mispronouncing it as 'pistal'.
How do you pronounce Pistol?
US: //ˈpɪstəl//, UK: //ˈpɪstl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Pistol?
Used in everyday conversations about firearms. May not be appropriate in formal or sensitive contexts.