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firearm
noun fire·arm \ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌärm\
: a small gun
Full Definition of FIREARM
: a weapon from which a shot is discharged by gunpowder —usually used of small arms
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First Known Use of FIREARM
1646
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firearm
noun fire·arm \ˈfīr-ˌärm\
Definition of FIREARM for Kids
: a weapon from which a shot is discharged by gunpowder Hint:Firearm is usually used for a small weapon.
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