cartridge extractor
- noun
- Specialized
:
extractor de cartuchos
- The cartridge extractor failed, causing the empty shell to remain stuck in the chamber.
Examples
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Gunsmiths often inspect the cartridge extractor when troubleshooting ejection problems.
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Modern rifles are equipped with a durable cartridge extractor for reliable operation.
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The cartridge extractor worked flawlessly during the test.
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A reliable cartridge extractor is essential for smooth operation.
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A faulty cartridge extractor can lead to jams in the firearm.
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He quickly replaced the cartridge extractor to ensure the gun would fire smoothly.
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During maintenance, the gunsmith examined the cartridge extractor for wear and tear.
Synonyms
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An internal gun part that pulls an empty shell from the chamber after firing
A part in a gun that pulls out empty shells from the chamber so they fall out
Surface Forms
Morphology
Both constituents are literal and directly indicate the device's purpose: 'cartridge' names the item being removed and 'extractor' names a part or tool that removes something. This noun+noun compound transparently denotes an extractor for cartridges and follows a common, cross-linguistically regular composition pattern, so a B1 learner who knows the constituent words can infer the meaning.
Etymology
The noun cartridge extractor comes from the simple image of a small metal hook inside a gun that pulls a used cartridge out of the chamber. The extractor actually 'removes' the empty case after firing, so the name means the part that takes out the empty cartridge.