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Definition

adjective. a type of firearm that automatically reloads but requires a trigger pull for each shot.

Example Sentence

A semi-automatic weapon will only fire one round per trigger pull.

More Example Sentences

Many people like the semi-automatic design.

Synonyms

partially automatic; self-loading

Antonyms

manual; non-automatic

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