cartridge remover
- noun
- /ˈkɑːrtɪdʒ rɪˈmuːvər/
- Specialized
:
extractor de cartuchos
- The cartridge remover ensured smooth extraction of spent shells during rapid firing.
Examples
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Firearm maintenance manuals explain how to inspect and clean the cartridge remover.
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After years of use, the cartridge remover in his rifle needed replacement.
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The cartridge remover is essential for firearm maintenance.
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He bought a new cartridge remover for his rifle.
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The cartridge remover is designed to quickly extract empty shells from the chamber after firing.
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Proper cleaning of the cartridge remover can improve the performance of a firearm.
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When reloading, using a reliable cartridge remover is crucial for ensuring smooth operation.
Synonyms
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An internal gun part that pulls an empty shell from the chamber after firing
A small part that pulls an empty shell from a gun chamber after firing
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly derivable from combining 'cartridge' (an ammunition case) with 'remover' (an agent or device that removes), so a learner who knows both words will infer it denotes a tool/device for removing cartridges. This is a straightforward noun + agent/device composition common in English (and cross-linguistically), so the expression is transparent even if the precise mechanical details are technical.
Etymology
Cartridge remover comes from the simple device inside a gun that pulls out the used cartridge after firing. The word remover tells what it does, so the name means 'a device that pulls out empty cartridges'.