manual of arms

• Standardisierte Verfahren für den Umgang mit militärischen Waffen, meist Gewehren, einschließlich Haltungen, Bewegungen und Kommandos, die bei Exerzierübungen und Zeremonien verwendet werden.

A set of standardized procedures for handling and manipulating a military weapon, typically a rifle, including positions, movements, and commands used in drill and ceremony.

1. Drill for handling a weaponC1formal

   A prescribed set of movements and procedures for handling a military rifle or other weapon, often performed in formation.

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   • The recruits practiced the manual of arms for hours on the parade ground.
   • He executed the manual of arms flawlessly during the inspection.
   • The manual of arms includes commands like 'present arms' and 'order arms'.