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semiautomatic

/ˌsɛmiˌɔtəˈmætɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does semiautomatic mean?

adjective

Partially automatic, requiring some manual operation or intervention. Used to describe a device or system that performs most of its functions automatically, but may require human input or action at certain points.

Example

"The semiautomatic rifle was designed for military use, but its design made it popular among civilian shooters."

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