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Sub Machine Gun

Description

A submachine gun is a lightweight, compact, and fully automatic firearm that is commonly used by military and law enforcement units. It is designed for rapid and continuous firing, utilizing pistol cartridges.

Senses

Sense 1:

Noun - Military firearm

A submachine gun refers to a type of small, portable firearm typically used by soldiers and special forces. It is designed for close-quarter combat and offers high firepower.

Example sentence: The elite commando unit storming the building was armed with the latest submachine guns.

Sense 2:

Noun - Criminal weapon

A submachine gun can also be associated with criminal elements, used in illegal activities like robbery or gang warfare due to its rapid-firing capabilities.

Example sentence: The criminals brandished submachine guns during the heist, causing panic among the bank employees.

Usage

Submachine guns are primarily used in military operations and law enforcement but are also subject to restrictions on civilian ownership in many countries due to their potential for misuse.

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