What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pistol exhibiting good safety mechanism (5)" mean?

The definition is "Pistol". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). G (synonym="abbreviation for good") + LOCK (synonym="safety mechanism") = GLOCK; definition: "Pistol" The answer is GLOCK.

Pistol exhibiting good safety mechanism (5)

Independent Cryptic #11636 | 23 Down | 2024-01-26 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Independent's puzzle site →