No. 950 in Afrikaans
vuurwapen
Firearm.
In a sentence
Die polisie het 'n vuurwapen by die verdagte gevind.
The police found a firearm on the suspect.
In this sentence, 'vuurwapen' is used in its literal sense to denote a firearm, specifically a weapon used by law enforcement or held by individuals.
Hy het sy oupa se ou vuurwapen as 'n herinnering gehou.
He kept his grandfather's old firearm as a keepsake.
Here, 'vuurwapen' refers metaphorically to a family heirloom, indicating the personal and sentimental value associated with the item.
Die wet vereis dat alle vuurwapens behoorlik gelisensieer moet wees.
The law requires that all firearms must be properly licensed.
In this instance, 'vuurwapen' is used in a legal and regulatory context, emphasizing the necessity for compliance with firearm laws.
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