soft point

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soft point (not comparable)

  1. (firearms) Of a bullet: having an exposed lead point, designed to expand when it hits its target and therefore cause more damage.
    Synonym: softnose

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soft point (plural soft points)

  1. (firearms) A bullet with such a tip.
    Synonyms: softnose, (abbreviation) SP
    Coordinate term: hollow point

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