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light machine gun
noun
- 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
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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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