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popgun

noun
pop·gun | \ˈpäp-ˌgən \

Definition of popgun 

: a toy gun that usually shoots a cork and produces a popping sound

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1649, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of popgun was in 1649

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popgun

noun

English Language Learners Definition of popgun

: a toy gun that shoots corks and makes a loud noise

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