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Small arms

Scope note

Use to refer to firearms, generally having a bore of 1 inch or less in diameter, that are designed to be operated by one person, held in one or both hands, with or without the support of the shoulder.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300037150

Broader Terms used

firearms

Equivalent Terms used

small arm

Created

13yrs ago

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