rifle
Translation
rifle
Examples
The soldier carried a rifle.
The soldier carried a rifle.
He is learning to shoot a rifle.
He is learning to shoot a rifle.
Grammar Patterns
a rifle a single rifle The soldier carried a rifle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gun, firearm
Etymology
From French 'rifler' (to scratch, groove), referring to the spiral grooves ('rifling') inside the barrel.
Memory Tips
The 'rifling' (grooves) inside the barrel makes the bullet spin for accuracy. This feature gives the rifle its name.