Pump Action (Noun)
Meaning
Action mechanism in a modern rifle or shotgun; a back and forward motion of a sliding lever ejects the empty shell case and cocks the firearm and loads a new round.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The Remington 870 pump-action shotgun is widely used by law enforcement and civilians for its reliability and simplicity.
- The pump-action rifle was designed for hunting large game in rugged terrain where reliability and power were essential.
- A well-maintained pump-action shotgun can be an effective tool for home defense due to its intimidation factor and spread pattern.
- Experienced shooters often prefer the pump-action mechanism over semi-automatic designs for its tactile feedback and control.
- The pump-action design allows users to chamber a more powerful round than would be safe in a semi-automatic firearm of the same caliber.