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assault weapon

as·sault weap·on
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [uh-sawlt wep-uh n]
    • /əˈsɔlt ˈwɛp ən/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [uh-sawlt wep-uh n]
    • /əˈsɔlt ˈwɛp ən/

Definitions of assault weapon words

  • noun assault weapon any of various automatic and semiautomatic military firearms utilizing an intermediate-power cartridge, designed for individual use. Compare assault rifle. 1
  • noun assault weapon (US) Any select-fire firearm that allows semi-automatic and fully automatic operation, and is used or was once used by a military organization. 0
  • noun assault weapon (US) A semi-automatic firearm that resembles a military weapon. 0
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Parts of speech for Assault weapon

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Full grammatical hierarchy of Assault weapon

assault weapon popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 31% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 65% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

assault weapon usage trend in Literature

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