peashooter

English

/ˈpiːˌʃuːtə(ɹ)/

noun
Definitions
  • A toy gun, consisting of a tube through which peas or small objects are blown.
  • (slang) Any small or ineffective gun.

Etymology

Compound from English pea (peafowl, peacock) + English shooter.

Origin

English

shooter

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