rimfire
8.2
Using cartridges that fire when the rim of their base is hit
- adjective
- /ˈrɪmˌfaɪər/
- Specialized
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de percusión
- The old rifle uses rimfire ammunition, which is less expensive than centerfire rounds.
Examples
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Many beginners start with a rimfire pistol because of its low recoil and affordable cartridges.
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He collects vintage rimfire firearms from the early twentieth century.
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The rimfire cartridge is popular among small game hunters.
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Many shooters prefer rimfire ammunition for target practice.
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Many shooters prefer using rimfire ammunition for training due to its affordability.
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The rimfire rifle is well-suited for beginners because it produces less recoil.
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A rimfire cartridge is often used for small game hunting because of its effectiveness.
Surface Forms
rimfire positive
Morphology
Etymology
Rimfire comes from the two parts rim ('edge') and fire ('to make go off'). It describes guns or ammunition that are fired by hitting the edge of the cartridge, so a rimfire item uses the rim to start the shot.
