Pestol

from belanda

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noun
militer
Loanword
From belanda

Definition

non-standard form of 'pistol', referring to a handheld firearm that can be fired with one hand.

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Etymology

Borrowed from the Dutch 'pistool' meaning a handheld firearm.

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