holster

• Behälter, meist aus Leder oder Stoff, zur Aufbewahrung und zum Tragen einer Pistole oder eines anderen Werkzeugs, oft am Gürtel oder Schulterriemen befestigt.

A noun referring to a device, typically made of leather or fabric, used to hold or secure a handgun or other tool, often worn on a belt or shoulder strap.

1. Gun holderB2formal

   A device, often made of leather or fabric, used to hold a handgun or other firearm, typically worn on a belt or shoulder strap.

   Halfter

   • The detective drew his pistol from the holster.
   • He wore a leather holster on his hip.
   • The holster kept the gun secure while he was running.

2. Tool or accessory holderB2informal

   A similar device used to hold a tool or other accessory, such as a radio or flashlight.

   Halterung

   • The electrician clipped his multimeter holster to his belt.
   • She bought a new holster for her walkie-talkie.
   • The holster for the flashlight was attached to the backpack strap.

   Synonymecarriercaseholderpouchsheath