firearm
noun
fire·arm
ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌärm 
: a weapon from which a shot is discharged by gunpowder
—usually used of small arms
Examples of firearm in a Sentence
revolvers, rifles, and other firearms
will need a permit to carry a firearm
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Johnson also spoke about the importance of properly securing firearms and using gun locks.
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Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Many aspects of American life—for instance, the view held by many Americans that freedom and the right to bear firearms are inextricable—do not resonate outside the United States.
—Rana Mitter, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was indicted yesterday on two counts of stalking, one firearms offense and murder through use of a firearm.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
The passenger was licensed to carry a firearm and later turned his weapon over to the police.
—Christina Shaw, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
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Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Many aspects of American life—for instance, the view held by many Americans that freedom and the right to bear firearms are inextricable—do not resonate outside the United States.
—Rana Mitter, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was indicted yesterday on two counts of stalking, one firearms offense and murder through use of a firearm.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
The passenger was licensed to carry a firearm and later turned his weapon over to the police.
—Christina Shaw, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
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“Firearm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/firearm. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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firearm
noun
fire·arm
ˈfī(ə)r-ˌärm
: a weapon from which a shot is discharged by gunpowder
—usually used only of small arms
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