assault rifle


assault rifle

noun

Definition of ASSAULT RIFLE

: any of various automatic or semiautomatic rifles with large capacity magazines designed for military use

First Known Use of ASSAULT RIFLE

1972

Other Weapons and Explosives Terms

automatic, carbine, cudgel, muzzle, rapier

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