revolver

/rɪˈvɒlvər/

Definitions

1. noun

a handgun with a rotating cylinder that contains multiple chambers for cartridges

“The detective pulled out his revolver from his holster and examined it carefully.”

2. verb

to turn or move something in a rotating motion, especially to reload a handgun

“The gunsmith showed how to revolver a pistol in a few simple steps.”

Synonyms

  • handgun
  • pistol

Antonyms

  • automatic
  • semiautomatic