Luger

[ loo-ger ]

Trademark.

1. a brand of automatic pistol of 9-millimeter caliber, made in Germany.

Luger

/ ˈluːɡə /

noun

1. a German 9 mm calibre automatic pistol

Word History and Origins

Origin of Luger¹

C20: named after George Luger (1849–1923), German gun designer

Example Sentences

Deputies in Todd County stopped Stately and found the surviving child, who had “visible signs of child neglect,” the news release from Luger’s office said.

From Seattle Times

However, Luger said there is still more work to do, especially in light of recent violence.

From Seattle Times

The woman obtained about $3.7 million from the fraudulent sites she operated, Luger said.

From Seattle Times

But just as he is making progress, he turns a corner and is brought to an abrupt stop by Hauptmann and his Luger.

From Washington Post

But Luger added: “We’re pleased with the cooperation — thorough cooperation — we got from MDE throughout this investigation. … I blame the defendants who perpetrated, covered up and executed the scheme.”

From Seattle Times