firearm
Translation
firearm, gun
Examples
He owns several firearms.
He owns several firearms.
A license is required to carry a firearm.
A licence is required to carry a firearm.
Grammar Patterns
((a firearm)) a type of gun A rifle is a type of firearm.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gun, weapon
Etymology
A compound of 'fire' + 'arm' (in the sense of a weapon). Literally, a weapon that uses fire (gunpowder).
Memory Tips
Think of an 'arm' (weapon) that uses 'fire' (gunpowder) to shoot.