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open sight

/ˈəʊpən saɪt/

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/ˈəʊpən saɪt/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТип прицельного приспособления на огнестрельном оружии, обычно состоящий из прорези или отверстия сзади и мушки спереди, используемый для прицеливания без увеличения.

A type of sighting device on firearms, typically consisting of a notch or aperture at the rear and a post at the front, used for aiming without magnification.

  1. Firearm aiming systemC1formal

    A type of sighting system on a firearm that uses a notch or bead at the rear and a post at the front, without any optical magnification.

    ruОткрытый прицел

    • The rifle is equipped with open sights for quick target acquisition.
    • He prefers open sights over scopes for hunting in dense forests.
    • Open sights are simple and durable, but less precise at long distances.