Slide 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 shooter relied on the slide_action of her rifle to quickly cycle through the ammunition.
- He quickly practiced the slide_action on his new shotgun, feeling more comfortable with each repetition.
- After the hunter fired, he smoothly executed the slide_action, loading another round into the chamber.
- Malfunctions often occur when the slide_action of a firearm becomes worn or jammed with debris.
- She disassembled her rifle to inspect and clean the slide_action, making sure it functioned properly.