carbine
IPA: kˈɑrbaɪn
noun
- A rifle with a short barrel.
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Examples of "carbine" in Sentences
- I will go with those who agree that the .30 M1 carbine is a fun plinker.
- Dave, That little carbine is a handy little gun for it intended purpose.
- Lee Harvey Oswald was considered responsible for assassinating the president with a 6. 5mm Italian carbine from the Texas School Book Depository.
- To answer your question, in my opinion, a carbine is generally not quite as accurate as a longer rifle but it is plenty accurate for deer hunting and often may offer the hunter better maneuverability and lighter weight to their advantage; especially in your case.
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