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

Examples of air rifle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The air rifle is a close-range weapon (25 yards or less), and head shots are a requirement. — Johnny Carrol Sain, Outdoor Life, "The Ultimate Guide to Hunting Squirrels," 6 Oct. 2020 Tucker became just the sixth shooter in NCAA history to sweep the individual titles in air rifle and smallbore. — Jon Hale, The Courier-Journal, "A year after COVID cancellation, this UK team found happy ending to pandemic saga," 14 Mar. 2021 Lewis and Clark carried a .46-caliber air rifle on their trek to the Pacific way back in 1803. — Joseph Albanese, Field & Stream, "How to Buy the Best Air Gun for Your Needs," 2 Mar. 2021 Gamo’s Wildcat Whisper air rifle puts gas piston technology in your hands at a really affordable price. — Joseph Albanese, Field & Stream, "The 10 Best Air Rifles for Hunting Squirrels," 4 Dec. 2020 This innovative air rifle looks like something Q put together for James Bond. — Joseph Albanese, Field & Stream, "The 10 Best Air Rifles for Hunting Squirrels," 4 Dec. 2020 There are a few different models available, any of which is a bargain for a serious PCP air rifle. — Joseph Albanese, Field & Stream, "The 10 Best Air Rifles for Hunting Squirrels," 4 Dec. 2020 Be sure to check local regulations concerning hunting with an air rifle. — Johnny Carrol Sain, Outdoor Life, "The Ultimate Guide to Hunting Squirrels," 6 Oct. 2020 Some kids with an air rifle put two holes in the sleigh and one in me. — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, "All we want for Christmas is Mel Gibson’s Bad Santa in the Fatman trailer," 8 Oct. 2020

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