squirt gun

noun

1. spray gun.
2. water pistol.

squirt gun

noun

1. another name for water pistol

Word History and Origins

Origin of squirt gun¹

An Americanism dating back to 1795–1805

Example Sentences

A lawsuit says a boy was expelled over emails to another boy; one said, “You dead yet” with squirt guns.

From Los Angeles Times

The parents of a fifth-grader are suing an elite private Mulholland Drive elementary school after their son was expelled over emails he exchanged with a classmate containing rap lyrics and the squirt gun emoji.

From Los Angeles Times

Some fling balloons filled with colored water from rooftops and others use squirt guns.

From Seattle Times

The son had become more gregarious over the summer months and played with the family’s hose and squirt guns.

From Seattle Times

As vice president a dozen years ago, Mr. Biden engaged in energetic squirt gun battles each summer with the children of aides and reporters.

From New York Times