Stun gun: meaning, definitions and examples

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stun gun

 

[ stʌn ɡʌn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

self-defense

A stun gun is a device used for self-defense that immobilizes an attacker by delivering an electric shock.

Synonyms

electroshock weapon, taser

Examples of usage

  • The woman used a stun gun to protect herself from the attacker.
  • Carrying a stun gun can provide a sense of security when walking alone at night.

Translations

Translations of the word "stun gun" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arma de choque

🇮🇳 स्टन गन

🇩🇪 Elektroschocker

🇮🇩 senjata setrum

🇺🇦 електрошокер

🇵🇱 paralizator

🇯🇵 スタンガン

🇫🇷 pistolet paralysant

🇪🇸 pistola paralizante

🇹🇷 şok tabancası

🇰🇷 전기충격기

🇸🇦 مسدس صاعق

🇨🇿 paralyzér

🇸🇰 paralyzér

🇨🇳 电击枪

🇸🇮 elektrošoker

🇮🇸 rafbyssu

🇰🇿 электрошокер

🇬🇪 ელექტროშოკერი

🇦🇿 elektroşok

🇲🇽 pistola de aturdimiento

Word origin

The stun gun was invented in the 1960s by Jack Cover, a NASA researcher. It was originally designed as a non-lethal weapon for law enforcement officers. The device works by delivering a high-voltage shock to the target, causing temporary paralysis and disorientation. Over the years, stun guns have become popular among civilians for personal protection and self-defense purposes.