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quickdraw

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A set of two carabiners connected by a strap.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: climbing, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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2

noun

Meaning 2

The ability to quickly pull a handgun from its holster and accurately fire it upon a target.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The Western film had a quickdraw gun duel scene.

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History

Etymology

From quick + draw.

Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: jatko — a set of two carabiners connected by a strap
  • French: dégaine — a set of two carabiners connected by a strap
  • Irish: crúca cairbíneach dúbailte — a set of two carabiners connected by a strap
  • Polish: ekspres — a set of two carabiners connected by a strap