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rifling
In a ballistic context, this term refers to a specific mechanical feature of a firearm. It is typically treated as an uncountable noun because it describes the internal geometry of the barrel rather than a discrete object. Using it in the plural is rare and usually refers to different types of rifling patterns across various weapons.
When used to describe the act of searching, the word carries a strong connotation of disorder and lack of care. It suggests a frantic or invasive process, often associated with theft or desperation, which distinguishes it from more neutral terms like searching or browsing.
Meanings
Examples
The precision of the shot was due to the high quality of the rifling in the barrel.
Smoothbore muskets lacked the rifling necessary for long distance accuracy.
The forensic expert examined the rifling marks on the recovered bullet.
I caught him rifling through my desk while I was at lunch.
Stop rifling through my bag and just ask me if I have a pen.
The thief spent only a few minutes rifling through the jewelry box.
He had a rifling hand that moved quickly across the papers on the table.
She gave a rifling search of the drawers looking for her passport.