guns
Pronunciation: [ɡʌnz]
Word
Context: "weapons"
(noun) guns are tools that shoot bullets and are used for protection or hunting. They can be found in many places and are often discussed in terms of safety.
Example
The police officers carry guns to help keep the community safe.
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Having too many guns in a place can lead to dangerous situations.
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Why do some people think that guns should have stricter laws?
Context: "sports"
(noun) in playful contexts, 'guns' can refer to a person's strong arms or biceps. People sometimes say this to show off how strong they are.
Example
He likes to show off his guns when he wears a sleeveless shirt.
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She doesn’t think her guns are very impressive compared to her friends'.
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Do you want to see my guns after all that weightlifting?
Context: "movement"
(verb) to gun means to accelerate something quickly. It's often used when talking about cars or racing.
Example
He gunned the engine and the car sped away.
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She didn’t gun the engine because she wanted to drive slowly.
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Did you see him gun the car at the start of the race?
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