Synonyms for

Rifling

Verb / ˈraɪflɪŋ / Another word for rifling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'rifling' is the action of making spiral grooves inside a gun barrel to improve its accuracy.

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Example sentences

  1. The gunsmith is responsible for creating the rifling inside a gun barrel.
  2. The rifling helps bullets spin and fly straight.
  3. The police examined the rifling marks on the bullet to match it with the gun.
  4. The soldier cleaned the rifling grooves to maintain accuracy.
  5. Rifling is an important part of firearm design.

Quotes

  • "Rifling through my memories, I stumbled upon a forgotten treasure." - Unknown
  • "The rifling wind whispered secrets through the trees." - Unknown
  • "Life is like rifling through the pages of a book, discovering new stories along the way." - Unknown

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