Semiautomatic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Semiautomatic is an adjective meaning Alternative spelling of semi-automatic.
Meaning
Alternative spelling of semi-automatic.
Example Sentences
The measure would make California the first state to require that all new semiautomatic weapons be equipped with technology known as microstamping, which imprints microscopic markings as a gun fires.
Experts say that there is no clear link between semiautomatics and the number of shootings by the police, and that officers are likely to get higher-powered weapons rather than go back to traditional handguns.
Word Forms
- semiautomatics
Synonyms for semiautomatic
Depending on context, synonyms include automatic, autoloading, self-loading.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include autoloading, automatic, self-loading, millimeter, handgun, semiautomated.
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