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Fire-stick

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

A gun or cannon, especially a rifle. Originally used by or ascribed to members of non-European cultures or anthropomorphized animals describing firearms..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A gun or cannon, especially a rifle. Originally used by or ascribed to members of non-European cultures or anthropomorphized animals describing firearms.
  2. Alternative form of firestick.

Example Sentences

A troop of soldiers, armed with fire-sticks, entered the valley.
I knocked the man down, and he ran into the woods, leaving his fire-stick on the ground.
"Arna means by the fire-stick a gun," explained Sa'-zada.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does fire-stick mean?

Fire-stick means A gun or cannon, especially a rifle. Originally used by or ascribed to members of non-European cultures or anthropomorphized animals describing firearms..

What is a synonym for fire-stick?

Common synonyms include thunderstick.

What is the opposite of fire-stick?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use fire-stick in a sentence?

A troop of soldiers, armed with fire-sticks, entered the valley.

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