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Revolver has 3 different meanings across 1 category:

Noun

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Noun
1

a pistol with a revolving cylinder (usually having six chambers for bullets)

"The detective carefully inspected the antique revolver to ensure its revolving cylinder was loaded and ready for action."

2

a door consisting of four orthogonal partitions that rotate about a central pivot; a door designed to equalize the air pressure in tall buildings

"The architect installed a revolving door at the lobby entrance to help balance the air pressure between the building's upper floors and ground level."

3

A handgun with a revolving chamber enabling several shots to be fired without reloading.

"The detective carefully examined the antique revolver before concluding it was likely the weapon used in the crime."

Related Terms
Broader Terms (hypernyms)
pistol door
Narrower Terms (hyponyms)
Colt
Rhyming Words
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