taser
|ta-ser|
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/ˈteɪzər/
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/ˈteɪzə/
electroshock weapon
Etymology
Etymology Information
'taser' originates from the acronym 'TASER,' which stands for 'Thomas A. Swift's Electric Rifle,' a fictional weapon from a series of books.
Historical Evolution
The term 'taser' was coined in the 1970s when the device was invented by Jack Cover.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a fictional weapon, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a real electroshock weapon.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a brand name for a type of electroshock weapon used to incapacitate a person by delivering electric shocks.
The police officer used a taser to subdue the suspect.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to use a taser on someone.
The officer tasered the suspect during the arrest.
Last updated: 2025/03/04 14:51