Semiautomatic Meaning in English
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Definition
A semiautomatic machine or weapon automatically completes one action (like loading) after each trigger or button press, but still needs manual input for the next action.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for firearms, especially pistols and rifles, but also other machines. 'Semiautomatic' means it works partly by itself after each action, not fully automatic. Not used for things that are either fully manual or fully automatic.
Example Sentences
This is a semiautomatic washing machine.
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He owns a semiautomatic pistol.
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A semiautomatic car still needs you to shift some gears.
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Most modern handguns are semiautomatic these days.
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The factory upgraded its old machines to semiautomatic ones last year.
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If you want more control, get a semiautomatic instead of a fully automatic model.
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