barking iron

noun

Meaning

A firearm, especially a handgun, used for protection or in combat.

Examples

The detective holstered his barking iron before entering the building.
He kept a small barking iron in his bedside table for emergencies.

Synonyms: gun, handgun, pistol, firearm

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barking iron

noun

Pronunciation: ˈbɑːrkɪŋ ˌaɪərn

Definition

A firearm, especially a handgun, used for protection or in combat.

Examples

The detective holstered his barking iron before entering the building.
He kept a small barking iron in his bedside table for emergencies.

How to Use barking iron

barking iron (collocation): A firearm, especially a handgun. — "He kept a small barking iron in his bedside table for emergencies."

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