A trigger guard is a loop surrounding the trigger of a
Some assault rifles can have their trigger guard removed or positioned as not to impair firing with gloves in Arctic conditions.
Other devices such as
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trigger guard — noun : a semicircular band of metal that encloses vertically the trigger of a firearm * * * trigger guard, a protective device enclosing the trigger of a firearm … Useful english dictionary
trigger guard — noun A thin loop surrounding the trigger of a weapon to keep it from accidental discharge … Wiktionary
Trigger lock — A trigger lock is a device designed to prevent a firearm from being discharged while the device is in place. Generally, two pieces come together from either side behind the trigger and are locked in place, which can be unlocked with a key or… … Wikipedia
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Guard lock — Guard Guard, n. [OF. guarde, F. garde; of German origin; cf. OHG. wart, warto, one who watches, warta a watching, Goth. wardja watchman. See {Guard}, v. t.] [1913 Webster] 1. One who, or that which, guards from injury, danger, exposure, or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
