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muzzle velocity

noun

the velocity of a projectile as it leaves the muzzle of a firearm: expressed in feet per second

muzzle velocity Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: The heavy, blunt-nosed lead bullet, nearly half an inch in diameter, had a muzzle velocity of 600ft per second.
  • permit: An additional benefit was that the light weight permitted a higher muzzle velocity, reducing the time of flight.

Adjective modifier

  • high: An additional benefit was that the light weight permitted a higher muzzle velocity, reducing the time of flight.
  • low: Because air rifles have comparatively lower muzzle velocities and lighter ammunition, even a light breeze will often affect your aim.

Noun used with modifier

  • m/s: But the 245 m/s muzzle velocity of these weapons was far too low, and they failed in combat.

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