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shooting iron
noun
, Informal.
- a firearm, especially a pistol or revolver.
shooting iron
noun
- slang.a firearm, esp a pistol
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Word History and Origins
Origin of shooting iron1
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90
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Example Sentences
They would pick up the “shooting irons” Mary Surratt had ordered Mr. Lloyd to get ready that afternoon.
From Literature
It’s not like in the movies, where the sheriff tells all the buckaroos they can’t ride into town with shooting irons.
From Washington Times
John Lloyd, who was renting the tavern from Surratt at the time, testified that Surratt told him to have the “shooting irons” ready for pickup on the night of April 14.
From Washington Post
Despite their beauty and value, these are fine shooting irons and all three pieces can be custom-fitted to the winner.
From Forbes
Who, as you might guess from that title, possess their share of shooting irons as well.
From Seattle Times
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