Barrett
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Barrett rifle
A colloquial term for a sniper rifle made by the U.S. company Barrett Firearms. These weapons are known for their high penetrating power and long range.
Der Soldat war mit einem Barrett Kaliber .50 ausgerüstet.
The soldier was equipped with a .50-caliber Barrett rifle.
This word has two very different meanings. The context makes clear what is meant. Words like 'Soldat' (soldier), 'Waffe' (weapon), or 'Kaliber' (caliber) point to the rifle. Words like 'Arzt' (doctor), 'Diagnose' (diagnosis), or 'Speiseröhre' (esophagus) point to the medical condition.
Der Scharfschütze reinigte sein Barrett.
The sniper cleaned his Barrett rifle.
The term 'das Barrett' for a sniper rifle is a colloquial shortening. It derives from the name of the U.S. manufacturer 'Barrett Firearms' and is used mainly in specialist circles or jargon.
Das Barrett ist für seine enorme Reichweite bekannt.
The Barrett rifle is known for its enormous range.
In medicine too, 'das Barrett' is a short form. It stands for 'Barrett-Syndrom' (Barrett syndrome) and is typical of medical jargon. The name goes back to the doctor Norman Barrett, who described the condition.
Patienten mit einem Barrett müssen regelmäßig zur Kontrolle.
Patients with Barrett's esophagus must go for regular checkups.