smoke wagon

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A vehicle that generates smoke; specifically, an automobile or a train.
  2. A handgun, especially a revolver.

Pronunciation

/ˈsməʊk ˌwæɡ(ə)n/ /ˈsmoʊk ˌwæɡən/ En-au-smoke wagon.ogg

Word forms

smoke wagon smoke wagons smoke-wagon

Etymology

From smoke + wagon, probably a humorous reference to a conveyance or implement which “carries” or generates smoke.

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