Gun Terminology

2 words in this vocabulary list

muzzle six shooter

muzzle

noun a device that is placed over an animal's mouth to prevent biting or eating

verb to put a muzzle on an animal

  • The police officer carefully placed the muzzle on the suspect's gun.
  • Make sure to put a muzzle on your dog before taking him for a walk.
  • He couldn't stop talking, so I had to muzzle him.
  • The government tried to muzzle the press by restricting their freedom of speech.

six shooter

noun a person who shoots a gun, especially a revolver

  • The sheriff carried a six shooter on his hip as he patrolled the town.
  • I heard Billy Bob keeps a six shooter under his mattress, just in case.
  • Watch out for that cowboy, he's always packin' a six shooter.
  • Her wit was like a verbal six shooter, always quick and sharp.