firing range

noun

1. range.

Word History and Origins

Origin of firing range¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

Satellite images reviewed by BBC Verify show IDF forces 2.5km north-east of Nasser Hospital and within firing range on the day of the attack.

From BBC

After the deadly fire, the Sheriff’s Department shut down its range trailers, which it had used since the 1980s as an affordable alternative to permanent firing ranges.

From Los Angeles Times

The deadly Russian strike on Ukrainian servicemen in Sumy was confirmed early on Wednesday by Ukraine's National Guard, which said the attack took place while the unit was carrying out exercises at a firing range.

From BBC

Materials from nearby military training areas and firing ranges can also be used to make explosives.

From Los Angeles Times

"He told me to let go of him. I said no, I'll carry you on my shoulder. Then another person also joined hands and we went down the hills and out of firing range."

From BBC