flintlock

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/ˈflɪntˌlɒk/ English

Definitions

noun

An early type of firearm, using a spring-loaded flint to strike sparks into the firing pan.

Related words

Synonyms

firelock flintlock mechanism flint frizzen gunflint matchlock snaplock flashpan steel flash pan doglock snaphaan fusee fire pan pinfire firepan

Associated

musket priming bayonet pistol rifled percussion firearm ignition gunpowder ignite firearms breech

Rhymes

gawk stock cock stalk ad hoc shock block squawk mock baulk

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