flash-ball

English

noun
Definitions
  • A form of handgun that fires projectiles of rubber of similar material, used mainly by law enforcement officers for riot control.
  • The projectiles fired mainly by law enforcement officers from handguns for riot control.

Etymology

Compound from English flash + English ball (testicle, round object).

Origin

English

ball

Gloss

testicle, round object

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