double-action
[ duhb-uhl-ak-shuhn ]
adjective
(of a firearm) requiring only one pull of the trigger to cock and fire it.
Origin of double-action
1First recorded in 1850–55
Words Nearby double-action
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How to use double-action in a sentence
"Seems like what does get out by the chinks is sucked back agin by that there double-action flue," said Sam.
Two Little Savages | Ernest Thompson SetonA good illustration of the double action is found in the stomach.
Physiology | Ernest G. MartinNow one of the qualities of porcelain is precisely to avoid this double action.
The Collector's Handbook to Keramics of the Renaissance and Modern Periods | William ChaffersIn answer, Ned rather sheepishly took from his valise three new double-action revolvers of excellent make.
The Motor Boys Overland | Clarence YoungThe speed thus acquired was greater than that of the more modern double-action weapon.
Hopalong Cassidy's Rustler Round-Up | Clarence Edward Mulford
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