A rifle in modern times is a long-barreled firearm designed to be fired from the shoulder, with a rifled barrel (hence the name "rifle") that imparts spin to the projectile for improved accuracy. Rifles can be semiautomatic, automatic, or manual action, and are commonly used for hunting, target shooting, and military or law enforcement purposes. They come in various calibers and configurations, including bolt-action, lever-action, and semi-automatic designs.
