noun
definition
A small gun with a relatively short barrel, designed to be held and operated with a single hand.
Examples of handguns in a Sentence
She snatched one of the handguns out of the small arms chest and aimed it at his head, fed up with surprises.
Our examination of a sample of surrendered items provides reasonable assurance that the great majority of claims submitted for handguns were eligible for compensation.
The decision came after vigorous debate following the murder of school children in Dunblane and the subsequent legislation banning handguns.
Two men were involved in the robbery, both are believed to have been carrying handguns.
Equipment includes handguns, cannon, authentic tents, archery, crossbows.
Kahr Arms - Provides information about the compact, semi-automatic, high power handguns made by this firm.
In World War II, for instance, the Singer Corporation, of sewing-machine fame, made handguns for the war effort.
With so many handguns out there, it's a daunting task to find the one that fits your needs, wallet, and lifestyle.
Check out your local laws for purchasing handguns before you go shopping for one.
Bows rifles, muzzle loaders, and handguns may be used.
Buckskin and cotton shirts, cocked hats, beaver-skins, cowhide, moccasins, boots, long stockings, knee breeches, jackets, belt knives, axes, clubs, handguns, and blades were merely some components in their motley of outfits.