Definition of FIREARM

firearm

Meanings

Plural: firearms

Noun

  • a portable gun
    • "he wore his firearm in a shoulder holster"
  • A personal weapon that uses explosive powder to propel a projectile often made of lead.

Origin / Etymology

From fire (“projectile discharge”) + arm (“weapon”).

Synonyms

firearm, gat, gun, iron, piece, small-arm

Antonyms

cold weapon, white arm

Scrabble Score: 12

firearm is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
firearm is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
firearm is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

firearm is a valid Words With Friends word