FIRELOCK


Meaning of FIRELOCK in English

n.

Pronunciation: - ˌ läk

Function: noun

Date: 1547

1 : a gun's lock employing a slow match to ignite the powder charge also : a gun having such a lock

2 a : FLINTLOCK b : WHEEL LOCK

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