Revolvers

/rɪˈvɑːlvərz/ noun

Definition

Handguns with a rotating cylinder containing multiple bullets, allowing several shots before reloading.

Etymology

From 'revolve' (to turn in a circle). Named for the rotating cylinder mechanism that brings each new bullet into firing position.

Kelly Says

Revolvers were revolutionary because the rotating cylinder meant you could fire multiple shots—revolutionary is actually the same root word! It's named for its most important feature.

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