bascule

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Synonyms: mascule, bacule

Antonyms: mascule, bacule

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Noun

1. A [[counterbalance]]d [[structure]] having one end that rises as the other lowers.
2. {{lb|en|firearms}} The portion of a [[breech-loading]] firearm that pivots open in order to allow access to the [[chamber]].

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