Definitions

1. noun

a type of short-barreled semi-automatic pistol, originally designed by Fabrique Nationale and later produced by Beretta

“The police officer carefully holstered her Beretta after the shooting was over.”

2. noun

a type of small, short-barreled pistol, often used as a sidearm by military or law enforcement personnel

“The soldier quickly drew his baretta from his holster to defend himself.”