### Question
What is the definition of firearm?


### Answer
The definition of **firearm** is as follows in *18 U.S.C. § 232*:

> any weapon which is designed to or may readily be converted to expel any projectile by the action of an explosive

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 232*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 12-CIVIL DISORDERS**

