Kalashnikov


Ka·lash·ni·kov

noun
\kə-ˈlash-nə-ˌkf, -ˈläsh-, -ˈkäf\

Definition of KALASHNIKOV

: a Soviet-designed assault rifle; especially : AK-47

Origin of KALASHNIKOV

Mikhail Timofeevich Kalashnikov b1919 Soviet weapons designer
First Known Use: 1970

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