assault weapon

noun — 4 senses

assault weapon

noun
1

US Any select-fire firearm that allows semi-automatic and fully automatic operation, and is used or was once used by a military organization.

2

US A semi-automatic firearm that resembles a military weapon.

3

US A semi-automatic weapon that has a folding stock, a muzzle flash suppressor, a bayonet mount, or a pistol grip.

4

US A rocket launcher designed to attack fortified structures, such as a Mk 153 Shoulder-Launched Multipurpose Assault Weapon (aka SMAW).

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