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calibers

The word “calibers” has 3 syllables: cal-i-bers.

It's pronounced as /ˈkæl.ə.bərz/.

What is synonym and antonym for calibers?

In the thesaurus, “calibers” has 6 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for calibers along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for calibers

Antonyms for calibers

  • inability
  • inadequacy
  • incompetence
  • weakness

Meanings of calibers

  • noun
    1. Diameter of the bore of a firearm, typically measured between opposite lands.
    2. The diameter of round or cylindrical body, as of a bullet, a projectile, or a column.
    3. 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.
    4. 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.
    5. Relative size, importance, magnitude.
    6. Capacity or compass of mind.
    7. Degree of importance or station in society.

Example Sentences

  • The gun store carries various calibers of ammunition to meet different needs.
  • The engineering team tested prototypes in multiple calibers to ensure universal compatibility.
  • As a marksman, he was skilled with firearms of all calibers.
  • The jeweler offered bracelets adorned with diamonds of different calibers.
  • The library shelves were stocked with books of diverse calibers, catering to all reading preferences.

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