side arm

• Arma de porte, geralmente pistola ou revólver, usada na cintura ou em coldre ao lado do corpo para acesso rápido. No esporte, também designa o movimento de arremesso com o braço paralelo ao chão.

A type of weapon, typically a handgun or pistol, that is worn on a belt or holster at the side of the body for quick access. Also used in sports to describe a throwing motion where the arm moves parallel to the ground.

1. Weapon worn on the hipB2formal

   A firearm, typically a pistol or revolver, that is carried in a holster on a belt or hip.

   Arma de porte

   • The officer drew his side arm during the confrontation.
   • He always keeps his side arm holstered when off duty.
   • The security guard was required to carry a side arm.

2. Baseball pitch typeB2informalamerican

   A style of throwing a baseball where the arm is released from the side, rather than overhand.

   Arremesso lateral

   • The pitcher threw a side arm fastball that surprised the batter.
   • His side arm delivery made the ball curve unexpectedly.
   • Coaches often teach side arm throws for specific game situations.