English · Word Candidate

firearm

/ˈfaɪəɹˌɑː(ɹ)m/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: firearms

Meaning · English

A personal weapon that uses explosive powder to propel a projectile often made of lead.

Noun

David was arrested for illegal possession of firearms.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “firearm” mean?

A personal weapon that uses explosive powder to propel a projectile often made of lead.

Is “firearm” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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