matchlock

Meaning

  1. (historical) Early type of firearm, using a smoldering piece of cord to fire the powder in the firing pan.
  2. The gunlock used in such a weapon, having a slow smouldering match.

Translations

Luntenschlossgewehr

Luntenflinte

Platine à mèche

platine à mèche

fitilli tüfek

Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈmatʃlɒk/
Etymology

From match + lock.

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