diff --git a/code/modules/projectiles/guns/energy/nuclear.dm b/code/modules/projectiles/guns/energy/nuclear.dm
index 99a1660ba35..8d920a7e736 100644
--- a/code/modules/projectiles/guns/energy/nuclear.dm
+++ b/code/modules/projectiles/guns/energy/nuclear.dm
@@ -49,7 +49,7 @@
 
 /obj/item/weapon/gun/energy/gun/hos
 	name = "\improper X-01 MultiPhase Energy Gun"
-	desc = "This is a expensive, modern recreation of a antique laser gun. This gun has several unique firemodes, but lacks the ability to recharge over time."
+	desc = "This is an expensive, modern recreation of an antique laser gun. This gun has several unique firemodes, but lacks the ability to recharge over time."
 	icon_state = "hoslaser"
 	force = 10
 	ammo_type = list(/obj/item/ammo_casing/energy/electrode/hos, /obj/item/ammo_casing/energy/laser/hos, /obj/item/ammo_casing/energy/disabler)