Definitions

1. noun

A long-barreled firearm, typically designed to be fired from the shoulder, in which the recoil is partially absorbed by a shoulder stock.

“The hunter carefully loaded the rifle and aimed at the deer.”

2. verb

To shoot or fire a rifle at (something or someone).

“The soldier rifle at the enemy’s position.”

3. verb

To search or look for (something) thoroughly.

“They rifle through the old trunk in search of family heirlooms.”

4. verb

To take or seize (something), especially quickly and in a rough or violent manner.

“The thief rifle through the victim’s pockets.”