9 Commonly Misused Gun Terms
9 Commonly Misused Gun Terms
When it comes to guns and gun accessories, there s no shortage of misused terminology in the firearm industry. November 21, 2016 By Kyle Wintersteen
Sometimes the error is committed innocently, a simple mistake owing to the shooter s ignorance. A common example is the interchangeable use of clip and magazine. However, other misused terms are more harmful.
They aren t just inaccurate; their frequent use can negatively affect the public perception of firearms. Referring to a semi-automatic carbine as an assault rifle (a term that implies a fully automatic action designed for purely offensive purposes) is the biggest offender. More on that later.
"Assault weapon." Sixteen-round "clip." A box of "bullets." When it comes to guns and gun accessories, there's no shortage of misused terminology in the firearm industry.
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