Phrase guide

crew-served weapon

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Any weapon system that requires a crew or more than one individual to function due to its high operational complexity.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: notably USMC

Topics: government, military, politics, war

Examples

  • A heavy machine gun, anti-materiel rifle, or rocket launcher might be a crew-served weapon.

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