What is another word for soft-nosed bullet?
Pronunciation: [sˈɒftnˈə͡ʊzd bˈʊlɪt] (IPA) 
Soft-nosed bullets are also known as hollow-point bullets, expanding bullets, or mushrooming bullets. These ammunition types are designed to deform upon impact, which is intended to transfer more kinetic energy to the target. This, in turn, can lead to quicker immobilization or death. The term "hollow-point" refers to the bullet's cavity, which is designed to promote expansion. Meanwhile, the term "expanding bullet" describes the same physical phenomenon. Finally, the term "mushrooming bullet" refers to the shape the bullet takes on upon impact. As the soft-nosed bullet strikes flesh, it flattens and expands, often resembling a mushroom.
