submachine gun

== English == === Etymology === From sub- + machine gun. === Pronunciation === === Noun === submachine gun (plural submachine guns) A type of short range machine gun that is carried as a personal weapon and uses pistol ammunition. Alternative forms: SMG (initialism); submachinegun Synonyms: machine pistol, trench broom, chopper Hypernyms: MG, machine gun < firearm < gun < weapon Hyponyms: Chicago typewriter, Tommy gun, Thompson submachine gun Coordinate terms: (other types of machine gun) LMG, light machine gun, MMG, medium machine gun, HMG, heavy machine gun, GPMG, general-purpose machine gun; (other automatic firearms) assault rifle, automatic rifle ==== Translations ====