Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
metralhadora
Noun
/me.tral.jaˈdo.ɾɐ/
Definition
A rapid-firing, automatic weapon that is designed to be fired from a mounted position or by a soldier.
Examples
- The soldier was instructed to operate the metralhadora during the training exercise.
- In the movie, the hero skillfully used a metralhadora to fend off the attackers.
- Law enforcement agencies sometimes equip officers with metralhadoras for high-risk situations.
Meaning
Typically refers to a machine gun or submachine gun used in military or law enforcement contexts.
Synonyms
- Machine gun
- Submachine gun
- Automatic weapon