How to Pronounce "roscoe"
word
/ˈɹɑskoʊ/
RAH-skoh
/ˈɹɒskəʊ/
ROS-koh
Definition
A slang term for a gun, especially a handgun or revolver, often used in old-fashioned or classic gangster movies.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹɑskoʊ/
British English
/ˈɹɒskəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAH-skoh
UK
ROS-koh
Listen in Context
The gangster pulled out his roscoe.
He always carried a roscoe for protection.
The detective found a roscoe under the bed.
Back in the day, every tough guy in a movie had a roscoe.