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rifling

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Noun — The spiral grooves cut inside a gun barrel to spin the bullet for accuracy, or the process of making them.

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What does “rifling” mean?

The word “rifling” means the spiral grooves cut inside a gun barrel to spin the bullet for accuracy, or the process of making them. In plain terms, the grooves inside a gun barrel, or a particular way of shuffling cards.

How do you pronounce “rifling”?

“Rifling” is pronounced RYF-lihng (/ˈɹaɪflɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “rifling” in a sentence?

Here is “rifling” used in a sentence: “The gunsmith inspected the rifling for signs of wear.”

What part of speech is “rifling”?

“Rifling” is a noun.

How many meanings does “rifling” have?

“Rifling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the spiral grooves cut inside a gun barrel to spin the bullet for accuracy, or the process of making them.

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