carabin
/ˈkɛrəbɪn/
noun
- A type of light, short rifle or carbine, especially one used by cavalry or police.
- The police officer unholstered his carabin when approaching the suspect's vehicle.
- The soldier carried a carabin slung over his shoulder during the patrol.
- Historically, cavalry units preferred the carabin for its lighter weight and ease of handling on horseback.