CCW
- noun
- /siː siː ˈdʌbljuː/
- Jargon
- I need to renew my CCW so I can continue carrying my firearm legally.
Examples
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Can a civilian that possesses a CCW carry their weapon while traveling in a government vehicle?
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Criminals have firearms; when they try against honest CCW people, they do not succeed.
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I have a CCW for it.
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Take a look at who is stopping the CCW from being passed.
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I live in MO, and they specifically told us to not put your CCW on your driver's license.
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I now live in VA and have a CCW here, but neither state honors the other.
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I have a NY state CCW with restrictions for hunting, target, and business.
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I have an NC CCW permit and may be doing some work in Iowa.
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Better yet, I obtained a CCW in 35 other states with a 1-hour class... kinda ridiculous.
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House bill H.R. 822, now in process, will allow CCW holders' rights in all states that issue CCWs.
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Surface Forms
Etymology
CCW comes from the phrase concealed carry weapon, where concealed means 'hidden' and carry means 'to take with you'. A helpful way to remember it is to think of a 'hidden' gun and the permit or act that lets you carry it, which is why CCW refers to the permit or the practice.