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Definition of Cartridge ejector
1. Noun. A mechanism in a firearm that ejects the empty shell case after firing.
Definition of Cartridge ejector
1. Noun. (electronics) A mechanism to eject a cartridge from it's housing or cartridge drive. Often operates on a simple mechanical principle. ¹
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Cartridge Ejector
Literary usage of Cartridge ejector
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Dictionary of Military Terms by Edward Samuel Farrow (1918)
"In small.arms, a French term meaning a cartridge ejector. Tommies.—Slang term
for men of British Infantry. Tommy Atkins.—A familiar term given by soldiers ..."
2. An Illustrated Treatise on the Art of Shooting, with Extracts from the Best by Charles Lancaster (1898)
"4—Best quality and finish, highly engraved, top lever snap-action BL Rook Rifle,
with rebounding lock and cartridge ejector. Cash, £10. No. ..."
3. General Information Series by United States Office of Naval Intelligence, United States, Office of Naval Intelligence (1891)
"cartridge ejector.—The empty cartridge case is drawn to the rear by the ...
2, of the cartridge ejector E, which, with the continued motion of the bolt to ..."