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Rifle
01
a long gun suitable for shooting a target over long distances, which is held along shoulder while aiming the target
What is a "rifle"?
A rifle is a type of gun designed for shooting bullets at a long distance. It has a long barrel with spiral grooves inside, called rifling, which makes the bullet spin as it travels, improving accuracy. Rifles are used for different purposes, like hunting, target shooting, and by the military or police. They come in different sizes and types depending on their use.
Examples
He adjusted the scope on his rifle before taking aim at the distant target.
Hunters often prefer rifles for their accuracy and range when tracking game in the wilderness.
to rifle
01
to steal items, especially by breaking into or looting a place
Examples
Thieves rifled the store during the blackout.
The office was rifled overnight, and several laptops were missing.
02
to search hurriedly or without permission, often by rummaging through someone else's possessions
Examples
Reporters rifled the archives for old photos.
She rifled his desk for the missing documents.
