VocabJLPT N1
pistol
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. pistol
This loanword noun refers to a handgun or pistol. It is used in action stories, news reports, and everyday conversation when referring to this type of small firearm.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Drop the pistol!" he shouted.

Sentence 2

That actor holds a pistol way too realistically, don't you think?

Sentence 3

Was the visitor earlier carrying a pistol?

Sentence 4

Yesterday the clerk carefully wrapped up a toy pistol for me.

Sentence 5

Apparently there was a pistol in his bag!