fireform

English

verb
Definitions
  • To lengthen or widen the body of a cartridge case by firing it in a gun that has the same calibre but a larger chamber.

Etymology

Compound from English fire (shoot) + English form (having the form of).

Origin

English

form

Gloss

having the form of

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