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Soft-nosed

Definition:

Adjective

Referring to a bullet or ammunition designed with a hollow or partially exposed lead tip, which expands upon impact to create a larger wound channel.

Senses:

1. Sense:

   Relating to firearms and ammunition.

   Example sentence:

   The hunter loaded his rifle with soft-nosed bullets for a more effective takedown of the large game.

2. Sense:

   Having a soft or tender nose.

   Example sentence:

   The soft-nosed kitten liked to rub its nose against the owner's hand in affection.

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