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self-cocking

Pronunciation: /sɛlfˈkɒkɪŋ/

Definition of self-cocking

adjective

(of a gun) having a hammer that is raised by the trigger, not by hand.

Nearby words

self-centred
self-certification
self-certify
self-cleaning
self-closing
self-cocking
self-coloured
self-command
self-compatible
self-conceit
self-concept

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