assault weapon English

Meaning assault weapon meaning

What does assault weapon mean?

assault weapon noun

— (US) Any select-fire firearm that allows semi-automatic and fully automatic operation, and is used or was once used by a military organization.

— (US) A semi-automatic firearm that resembles a military weapon.

— (New York State) A semi-automatic weapon that has a folding stock, a muzzle flash suppressor, a bayonet mount, or a pistol grip.