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calibers

/ˈkælɪbərz/ /ˈkæləbərz/

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Calibre

Diameter of the bore of a firearm, typically measured between opposite lands.

Examples :

"The gunsmith displayed bullets of various calibers, explaining that each fit a different type of rifle. "

L'armurier a exposé des balles de différents calibres, expliquant que chacune correspondait à un type de fusil différent.

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Calibre, diamètre

The diameter of round or cylindrical body, as of a bullet, a projectile, or a column.

Examples :

"The gunsmith measured the calibers of several bullets to ensure they would fit the antique rifle. "

L'armurier a mesuré le calibre de plusieurs balles pour s'assurer qu'elles correspondraient au fusil antique.

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Calibres

A nominal name for a cartridge type, which may not exactly indicate its true size and may include other measurements such as cartridge length or black powder capacity. Eg 7.62×39 or 38.40.

Examples :

"The gun shop displayed a wide selection of ammunition, organized by their various calibers, such as 9mm, .45 ACP, and .223 Remington. "

L'armurerie présentait un large choix de munitions, organisées par leurs différents calibres, tels que 9 mm, .45 ACP et .223 Remington.

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Calibres, unité de mesure utilisée pour exprimer la longueur de l'alésage d'une arme

Unit of measure used to express the length of the bore of a weapon. The number of calibres is determined by dividing the length of the bore of the weapon, from the breech face of the tube to the muzzle, by the diameter of its bore. A gun tube the bore of which is 40 feet (480 inches) long and 12 inches in diameter is said to be 40 calibers long.

Examples :

"The rifle's calibers were important to consider when choosing the right ammunition for hunting. "

Les calibres du fusil étaient importants à prendre en compte lors du choix des munitions appropriées pour la chasse.

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Calibres, importance, ampleur

Relative size, importance, magnitude.

Examples :

"The new students at the university come from diverse backgrounds and possess academic calibers that vary greatly. "

Les nouveaux étudiants de l'université viennent d'horizons divers et possèdent des calibres académiques qui varient considérablement.

amount quality degree type

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Calibre, envergure

Capacity or compass of mind.

Examples :

"The project required people of different calibers, from those with detailed technical skills to those with a broader strategic vision. "

Le projet nécessitait des personnes de différents calibres, de celles ayant des compétences techniques détaillées à celles ayant une vision stratégique plus large.

mind ability character

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Importance, rang

Degree of importance or station in society.

Examples :

"Different job positions have different calibers of responsibility. "

Différents postes ont différents niveaux de responsabilité.

society position degree value