handgun

noun

hand·​gun ˈhan(d)-ˌgən 

: a firearm (such as a revolver or pistol) designed to be held and fired with one hand

Examples of handgun in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Federal law already bans the purchase of handguns for people younger than 21. —Romy Ellenbogen, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025

Instead, about a dozen lined their street and pointed rifles and handguns at them. —Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2025

The new legislation raises the minimum age to … Continue reading Gov. Rick Scott signs sweeping gun bill; NRA files suit Sun Sentinel 7 Comments Federal law has long prevented people under 21 from buying handguns. —Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025

While they’re known for handguns and shotguns, current CEO Pietro Gussalli Beretta, a 15th-generation descendant of the Beretta founders, saw a more well-rounded future for the world’s oldest gunmaker. —Sarah Whitmire, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for handgun

• begun
• grandson
• gudrun
• homespun
• outdone
• outrun
• pashtun
• redone
• rerun
• shotgun
• someone
• stepson

Kids Definition

handgun

noun

hand·​gun ˈhan(d)-ˌgən 

: a firearm designed to be held and fired with one hand