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taser

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Noun — A handheld device that fires electrified darts or delivers a shock to temporarily disable a person.

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draw a taser taser someone hit with a taser

Etymology

Originally a trademark, coined in the early 1970s as the acronym TSER (later TASER) after the fictional "Tom Swift and His Electric Rifle"; the name has since become a generic term for any stun gun.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “taser” mean?

The word “taser” means a handheld device that fires electrified darts or delivers a shock to temporarily disable a person. In plain terms, a stun gun used by police and, in some places, civilians for self-defence.

How do you pronounce “taser”?

“Taser” is pronounced TAY-zuh (/ˈteɪ.zɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “taser” in a sentence?

Here is “taser” used in a sentence: “The officer drew her taser instead of a firearm.”

What is another word for “taser”?

Words with a similar meaning to “taser” include tase.

What part of speech is “taser”?

Depending on how it is used, “taser” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “taser” come from?

The word “taser” dates back to around 1970. Originally a trademark, coined in the early 1970s as the acronym TSER (later TASER) after the fictional "Tom Swift and His Electric Rifle"; the name has since become a generic term for any stun gun.

Is “taser” a common word?

“Taser” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “taser” have?

“Taser” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a handheld device that fires electrified darts or delivers a shock to temporarily disable a person.

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