air rifle
noun
Definition of air rifle
: a rifle whose projectile (such as a BB or pellet) is propelled by compressed air or carbon dioxide
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First Known Use of air rifle
1801
AIR RIFLE Defined for English Language Learners
air rifle
noun
Definition of air rifle for English Language Learners
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: a rifle that uses air pressure to shoot small pellets
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