arcblaster

noun
UK /ˈɑːkˌblɑːstə/
US /ˈɑːrkˌblæstər/

A made-up toy that shoots bright flashes of electricity.

The hero aimed his arcblaster at the robot and fired a crackling bolt.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A device in science fiction that fires a controlled electric arc.

The engineer repaired the ship's arcblaster before the battle.

3. A video game weapon that deals electric damage in a wide arc.

Equip the arcblaster to stun groups of enemies at once.

4. A person who operates an electric arc welding tool.

The arcblaster joined the steel beams with quick, bright sparks.