semiautomatic

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a pistol that is a semiautomatic firearm capable of loading and firing continuously
  2. adjective partially automatic
  3. adjective (of firearms) capable of automatic loading and firing continuously

Etymology

From semi- + automatic.

Synonyms

semiautomatic pistol

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