sidearm

Meanings

Noun

A personal weapon, such as a handgun or sword, carried on the hip in a belt, sheath, holster, etc for rapid access.

Verb

To throw a ball with one's arm roughly parallel to the ground.

Adverb

With one's arm roughly parallel to the ground.

Origin

side + arm

Modern English dictionary

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