firearms
word · lemma: firearm
/ˈfaɪˌɹɑɹmz/
FY-armz
/fˈaɪəɹɑːmz/
FY-uh-rahmz
Definition
Firearms are weapons, such as guns, pistols, and rifles, that use gunpowder to shoot bullets.
Usage & Nuances
"Firearms" is a formal, technical term used in law, military, and security. Always refers to guns and similar weapons, not knives or explosives. Commonly appears in legal and police contexts (e.g., "firearms license," "illegal firearms"). More formal than simply saying "guns."
Spanish: armas de fuegoPortuguese (BR): armas de fogoPortuguese (PT): armas de fogoChinese (Simplified): 火器 - 枪支Chinese (Traditional): 火器 - 槍枝Hindi: आग्नेयास्त्रArabic: أسلحة ناريةBengali: আগ্নেয়াস্ত্রRussian: огнестрельное оружиеJapanese: 火器Vietnamese: súng (có sử dụng thuốc súng) - vũ khí nóngKorean: 화기Turkish: ateşli silahlarUrdu: آتشیں اسلحہIndonesian: senjata api
Example Sentences
Police found several firearms in the house.
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He collects rare firearms as a hobby.
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All firearms must be registered by law in this state.
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It is illegal to carry firearms without a permit.
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The museum displays old firearms from the 1800s.
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Many countries have strict laws about owning firearms.
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