matchlock

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Synonyms: matchbook, matlock, matchlocks

Antonyms: matchbook, matlock, matchlocks

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|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 match|slow smouldering match]].

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