Cool MateMeaning of Machine-gun
A firearm capable of rapid, continuous fire as long as the trigger is pulled.
In simple words: A type of rapid-fire gun that shoots many bullets quickly.
Machine-gun in a sentence
- He trained with a machine-gun at the military range.
- The sound of the machine-gun echoed across the valley.
- She saw a documentary about the history of machine-guns used in wars.
- A machine-gun can fire hundreds of rounds per minute.
How to use Machine-gun
Used mainly in military, law enforcement, or firearm contexts. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing related topics.
Grammar pattern
countable noun
Memory hint
Think of a machine that rapidly produces bullets – very fast!
Related words
Collocations with Machine-gun
- machine-gun fire
- machine-gun nest
- machine-gun attack
Synonyms for Machine-gun
- automatic rifle
- submachine gun
- semi-automatic firearm
Common mistakes with Machine-gun
- Confused with 'machine gun' (two words) vs 'machine-gun' (hyphenated).
- 'Machine-gun' used incorrectly as a verb in different contexts.
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Frequently asked questions about Machine-gun
What does Machine-gun mean?
A type of rapid-fire gun that shoots many bullets quickly.
What is the definition of Machine-gun?
A firearm capable of rapid, continuous fire as long as the trigger is pulled.
How do you use Machine-gun in a sentence?
He trained with a machine-gun at the military range.
Can you give another example of Machine-gun?
The sound of the machine-gun echoed across the valley.
What are synonyms for Machine-gun?
Common alternatives include automatic rifle, submachine gun, semi-automatic firearm.
What is the opposite of Machine-gun?
Opposite meanings include peace, silence.
What words go with Machine-gun?
It commonly pairs with machine-gun fire, machine-gun nest, machine-gun attack.
What are common mistakes when using Machine-gun?
Confused with 'machine gun' (two words) vs 'machine-gun' (hyphenated). 'Machine-gun' used incorrectly as a verb in different contexts.
How do you pronounce Machine-gun?
US: //məˈʃin ɡʌn//, UK: //məˈʃiːn ɡʌn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Machine-gun?
Used mainly in military, law enforcement, or firearm contexts. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing related topics.