horse pistol meaning

UK /hɔːs ˈpɪstəl/ US /hɔrs ˈpɪstəl/ 3 syllables

horse pistol (noun): a large pistol (usually in a holster) formerly carried by horsemen.

Definition of horse pistol

  1. a large pistol (usually in a holster) formerly carried by horsemen

    Synonyms: horse-pistol

    Type of: pistol

How to pronounce horse pistol

horse pistol is pronounced /hɔːs ˈpɪstəl/ in British English and /hɔrs ˈpɪstəl/ in American English. It has 3 syllables.

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