dumdums

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Scope note
Type of expanding bullet developed at the western Bengal town of Dum Dum, derived from a rifle cartridge. The metal envelope encasing the bullet is removed at the tip, exposing the interior lead which then expands upon impact.
dumdums
Accepted term: 27-Jan-2025