Find the Different Weapon Word

The question asks us to identify the word that is different from the other three in the given list. Let's look at the words provided:

• Pistol
• Sword
• Gun
• Riffle

We need to analyze these words to find a common category for three of them, leaving one word outside that category.

Let's consider the nature of each item:

• Pistol: A firearm, typically small, designed to be held and fired with one hand. It shoots bullets.
• Sword: A long, bladed weapon used for cutting, thrusting, or striking in close combat. It does not shoot projectiles.
• Gun: A general term for a weapon that shoots projectiles, such as bullets, shells, or missiles. It often refers to firearms.
• Riffle: This word is likely intended to be 'Rifle'. A rifle is a long-barreled firearm designed to be fired from the shoulder. It shoots bullets.

Based on this analysis, we can see a clear pattern:

• Pistol is a firearm.
• Gun is a firearm (general term).
• Rifle (assuming 'Riffle' means Rifle) is a firearm.
• Sword is a bladed melee weapon, not a firearm.

Therefore, Pistol, Gun, and Riffle (Rifle) all belong to the category of firearms which shoot projectiles. The Sword is a different type of weapon that is used for close combat and does not shoot projectiles.

The word that is different from the other three is Sword.