air rifle

noun

1. an air gun with rifled bore.

air rifle

noun

1. a rifle discharged by compressed air

Word History and Origins

Origin of air rifle¹

An Americanism dating back to 1900–05

Example Sentences

The pair described the weapon they had seen — later determined to be a “break-barrel air rifle” — as being “pinched” between Mitchell’s legs, according to a report from the district attorney’s office.

From Los Angeles Times

Gonzalez, 54, was on the picket line in January when several of her co-workers were bruised by small metal balls fired by some sort of air rifle.

From Los Angeles Times

The first gold medal of Paris 2024 is likely to be shooting’s mixed team air rifle.

From BBC

The first medal of the Games will be in shooting - mixed team air rifle - and that is expected to be won at 10:30 BST on Saturday, 27 July.

From BBC

"Attacks by air rifles and catapults are increasing. It's appalling and it's getting worse," says Mr Barber.

From BBC