gat
5 synonyms for gat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Slang for a handgun.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Etymology
A shortening of "Gatling gun", named after its inventor Richard Gatling, later applied loosely to any pistol.
Full origin of gat →Frequently asked questions
What does “gat” mean?
The word “gat” means slang for a handgun. In plain terms, an old-fashioned slang word for a gun, especially a pistol, common in crime fiction and gangster movies.
How do you pronounce “gat”?
“Gat” is pronounced gat (/ɡæt/ in IPA).
How do you use “gat” in a sentence?
Here is “gat” used in a sentence: “He kept a gat tucked in his waistband.”
What part of speech is “gat”?
“Gat” is a noun.
