How to Pronounce "rifling"
word
ˈɹaɪfɫɪŋ
RY-fling
ɹˈaɪflɪŋ
RYF-ling
Definition
Rifling is the spiral grooves cut or formed inside the barrel of a gun to make the bullet spin as it leaves the barrel, improving accuracy. It can also sometimes refer to the act of searching through something, but the primary meaning is related to firearms.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪfɫɪŋ
British English
ɹˈaɪflɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RY-fling
UK
RYF-ling
Listen in Context
The rifling inside the barrel improves the gun's accuracy.
Without rifling, bullets would not spin when fired.
The technician examined the rifling to match the gun to the bullet.
This old rifle's rifling is worn, so it's not very accurate anymore.