rifle

[ˈraɪfl]

rifle Definition

a gun with a long barrel, designed to be fired from the shoulder and having a spiral groove cut inside the barrel that imparts a spin to the bullet.

Using rifle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rifle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He aimed his rifle at the target.

  • Example

    The hunter carried a rifle on his back.

  • Example

    The soldier was trained to use a rifle.

  • Example

    She bought a new rifle for hunting.

rifle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rifle

Phrases with rifle

  • to search quickly and roughly through something

    Example

    She rifled through her bag looking for her keys.

  • a shot fired from a rifle

    Example

    The sound of a rifle shot echoed through the forest.

  • a place where people practice shooting rifles

    Example

    He goes to the rifle range every weekend to practice his aim.

Origins of rifle

from Middle French 'rifler', meaning 'to scratch, graze'

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Summary: rifle in Brief

A 'rifle' [ˈraɪfl] is a type of gun with a long barrel and a spiral groove inside that spins the bullet. It is designed to be fired from the shoulder and is commonly used for hunting or military purposes. The phrase 'rifle through something' means to search quickly and roughly through something.

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