Sidearm

usgb/ˈsaɪdɑrm/
noun

A weapon that is carried on the side of the body, usually a handgun.

The officer reached for his sidearm when he saw the suspect.
Visual representation of "sidearm" - A weapon that is carried on the side of the body, usually a handgun.

Often appears as...

  • draw a sidearm
  • carry a sidearm

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Context

Understanding a sidearm often requires knowledge of its use in law enforcement or military.

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'In law, one must be cautious about carrying a sidearm in public.'
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Emotion

The presence of a sidearm can evoke feelings of safety or fear depending on the situation.

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'Seeing a sidearm can make people feel either protected or threatened.'
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Literary

In literature, sidearms may symbolize danger or power.

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'The protagonist's sidearm was a metaphor for their hidden strength.'
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