Revolvers — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˈväl-vər/ re·volv·er

Meaning & Definition of Revolvers

Revolvers (noun)

  1. one that revolves
  2. a handgun with a cylinder of several chambers brought successively into line with the barrel and discharged with the same hammer

Revolvers (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in handguns, pistols

    similar: derringers, forty-fives, gats (slang), handguns, pistols, rods (slang), roscoes (slang), sidearms, six-guns, six-shooters, zip guns, arms, firearms, guns, heat (slang), pieces, small arms, self-loaders, semiautomatics, blunderbusses, breechloaders, culverins, fieldpieces, firelocks, flintlocks, harquebuses, matchlocks, muskets, rifles, shotguns, smoothbores, twenty-twos, AK-47s, assault rifles, assault weapons, automatics, carbines, machine guns, machine pistols, repeaters, submachine guns, tommy guns, spearguns

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Revolvers

The most common words with a similar meaning to Revolvers:

Slang: gats, rods, roscoes, heat
derringers, forty-fives, handguns, pistols, sidearms, six-guns, six-shooters, zip guns, arms, firearms, guns, pieces, small arms, self-loaders, semiautomatics, blunderbusses, breechloaders, culverins, fieldpieces, firelocks, flintlocks, harquebuses, matchlocks, muskets, rifles, shotguns, smoothbores, twenty-twos, AK-47s, assault rifles, assault weapons, automatics, carbines, machine guns, machine pistols, repeaters, submachine guns, tommy guns, spearguns

Origin & Etymology of Revolvers

revolve + -er:2

First known use: circa 1835

Frequently Asked Questions about Revolvers

What does "Revolvers" mean?

"Revolvers" means one that revolves. As a noun, it is defined as: one that revolves.

What is another word for "Revolvers"?

Other words for "Revolvers" include derringers, forty-fives, gats, handguns, pistols, rods, roscoes and sidearms. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Revolvers" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Revolvers"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Revolvers". Common alternatives include derringers, forty-fives, gats, handguns, pistols, rods, roscoes, sidearms, six-guns and six-shooters.

What is a slang word for "Revolvers"?

Slang words for "Revolvers" include gats, rods, roscoes and heat.

Is "Revolvers" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Revolvers" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Revolvers"?

"Revolvers" is pronounced /ri-ˈväl-vər/ and divided into syllables as re·volv·er.

What is the origin of the word "Revolvers"?

"Revolvers" comes from revolve + -er:2. First known use: circa 1835.

What is another word for "Revolvers" meaning "as in handguns, pistols"?

When "Revolvers" (noun) means as in handguns, pistols, synonyms include derringers, forty-fives, gats, handguns, pistols and rods.