air rifle
noun
an air gun with rifled bore.
Origin of air rifle
An Americanism dating back to 1900–05
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They were in uniform; each was armed with an air-rifle and a short sword.
A Lively Bit of the FrontPercy F. Westerman
Ill shoot any one who touches me, and he caught up his air-rifle.
The Motor Boys in the CloudsClarence Young
And go hunting, put in Bony, cracking his finger knuckles, as if firing off an air-rifle.
Jack Ranger's Gun ClubClarence Young
Trottie oiled up the air-rifle, which he was only allowed to use in windowless wildernesses.
Everyday AdventuresSamuel Scoville
Just as soon as I get enough food saved up, and can swap my alleys and chaneys with Billy Drake for his air-rifle.
The Corner House GirlsGrace Brooks Hill
air rifle
noun
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