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light machine gun

noun

, Military.
  1. any air-cooled machine gun having a caliber not greater than 0.30 inch (7.6 millimeters).


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Word History and Origins

Origin of light machine gun1

First recorded in 1920–25

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Example Sentences

The robot is armed with a light machine gun and automatic grenade launcher.

Another important innovation at this time was the introduction of the Lewis light machine gun.

Ferrati opened a chest built against the back of the seat and took out a light machine gun.

Desperate efforts were made to repair the line, but well-directed rifle and light machine-gun fire made this impracticable.

Without its charge of water the machine weighed but 22 pounds and could be rated as a very light machine-gun.

Another type comprises a very light machine gun of rifle calibre, and this is intended for attachment to an ordinary motor car.

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