horse-pistol

• Grand pistolet, généralement porté dans une sacoche ou un étui, autrefois utilisé par les cavaliers, notamment à cheval.

A large pistol, typically carried in a holster, formerly used by horsemen.

1. Large pistol for horsemenC1formal

   A large pistol, typically carried in a holster, formerly used by riders on horseback.

   pistolet de cavalerie

   • The cavalryman drew his horse-pistol and aimed at the target.
   • In the museum, there is an antique horse-pistol from the 18th century.
   • He kept a horse-pistol in his saddlebag for protection during long journeys.