slide action meaning

UK /slaɪd ˈækʃən/ US /slaɪd ˈækʃən/ 3 syllables

slide action (noun): action mechanism in a modern rifle or shotgun; a back and forward motion of a sliding lever ejects the empty shell case and cocks the firearm and loads a new round.

Definition of slide action

  1. action mechanism in a modern rifle or shotgun; a back and forward motion of a sliding lever ejects the empty shell case and cocks the firearm and loads a new round

    Synonyms: pump action

    Type of: action

How to pronounce slide action

slide action is pronounced /slaɪd ˈækʃən/ in British English and /slaɪd ˈækʃən/ in American English. It has 3 syllables.

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