holster
word
/ˈhoʊɫstɝ/
/hˈəʊlstɐ/
Definition
A holster is a case, usually made of leather or fabric, used to carry a handgun and often worn on a belt or shoulder.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used for handguns; can be worn on the belt ('belt holster'), shoulder ('shoulder holster'), or elsewhere. Rarely used for other objects. Common in police, military, and Western/cowboy contexts. 'Holster' is a noun; the verb 'to holster' means to put a gun into a holster.
Spanish: funda (de pistola)Portuguese (BR): coldrePortuguese (PT): coldreChinese (Simplified): 枪套Chinese (Traditional): 槍套Hindi: पिस्तौल का खोलArabic: غِمْد (للمسدس)Bengali: পিস্তলের খোলRussian: кобураJapanese: ホルスターVietnamese: bao súngKorean: 총집Turkish: tabanca kılıfıUrdu: ہولسٹرIndonesian: sarung pistol
Example Sentences
The police officer put his gun in the holster.
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He wears a holster on his belt.
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The cowboy's holster was decorated with silver.
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He quickly drew his pistol from the holster.
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Make sure your holster fits your gun securely.
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Some people prefer a shoulder holster for comfort.
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