side
arm
Plural
sidearms
1
a weapon, such as a gun or knife, that is carried on the side of the body
- He preferred to carry a lightweight sidearm for everyday use rather than a larger firearm.
- The soldier was instructed to keep his sidearm secured in the holster during the training exercise.
- During the emergency, she reached for her sidearm, knowing it was her only means of protection.
- The detective always had his sidearm within reach while investigating potentially dangerous situations.