gun case

Thân thiện

A hunter carefully places his rifle into a padded gun case.

Definition

Noun: A rigid container specifically designed for the storage, protection, and transportation of a firearm.

Usage

A "gun case" is used to safely store a firearm when it is not in use and to transport it securely, often providing protection from physical damage, moisture, and dust. It is a common accessory for hunters, sport shooters, and firearm owners.

Examples

• He placed his hunting rifle in its gun case before putting it in the trunk of the car.
• The airline requires all firearms to be transported in a locked, hard-sided gun case.
• She bought a new padded gun case for her competition pistol.

Advanced Usage

• "Hard gun case": Refers to a case made from rigid materials like plastic, metal, or wood, offering maximum protection.
  • For international travel, a hard gun case is mandatory.
• "Soft gun case": Refers to a case made from flexible materials like nylon or canvas, often padded, offering lighter protection and easier portability.
  • He uses a soft gun case for short trips to the local range.

Variants and Related Words

• Gun safe (n): A much larger, heavy, and secure storage unit, typically bolted down, designed for storing multiple firearms and ammunition safely in a home.
• Gun cabinet (n): A piece of furniture, often with a glass front, used for displaying and storing firearms.
• Case (n): A general term for a container. "Gun case" is a specific type of case.

Synonyms

• Firearm case
• Rifle case / Pistol case (more specific to the type of firearm)

Related Phrases

• To case a gun: To place a firearm into its case.
  • After cleaning it, he carefully cased the gun.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a case for storing a gun