What is the definition of Returned Weapon?

A 'eturned weapon' is a term that's as absurd as a dog wearing a suit and tie, but with a serious side of military paranoia. It's an old term used to describe a firearm that was taken out of service, usually due to some questionable reason like it belonged to the wrong gun club or it was just too noisy for the quiet night.

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Here's a bit unsettling, let's say: "After the high-speed chase, the police found our trusty 'eturned weapon', a.22 caliber pistol that was suspiciously similar to the one used in that recent bar fight."