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How to pronounce “pistol”

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Pronunciation guide for pistol

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of pistol with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
A Reframing of Masculinity, Rooted in EmpathyHe pulled out a pistol, and as about 100 of us looked on,
Definition summary
(loosely) A handgun [1570s[1]]

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How to pronounce pistol

A Reframing of Masculinity, Rooted in Empathy

He pulled out a pistol, and as about 100 of us looked on,

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “pistol”

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (loosely) A handgun [1570s[1]]
  • The mechanical component of a fuse in a bomb or torpedo responsible for firing the detonator.
  • A lively, high-energy person.
  • (American football) An offensive formation in which the quarterback receives the snap at a distance behind the center, but closer than in a shotgun formation, with a running back lined up behind him.
  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To shoot (at) a target with a pistol.

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