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Matchlock :: Matchlock (n.) An old form of gunlock containing a match for firing the priming; hence, a musket fired by means of a match..

Foul :: Foul (v. t.) To incrust (the bore of a gun) with burnt powder in the process of firing.

Touch-paper :: Touch-paper (n.) Paper steeped in saltpeter, which burns slowly, and is used as a match for firing gunpowder, and the like..

Salvo :: Salvo (n.) A salute paid by a simultaneous, or nearly simultaneous, firing of a number of cannon..

Silence :: Silence (v. t.) To cause to cease firing, as by a vigorous cannonade; as, to silence the batteries of an enemy..

Gutter :: Gutter (n.) Any narrow channel or groove; as, a gutter formed by erosion in the vent of a gun from repeated firing..

Hovel :: Hovel (n.) A large conical brick structure around which the firing kilns are grouped.

Firing :: Firing (n.) The mode of introducing fuel into the furnace and working it.

Firing :: Firing (n.) Fuel; firewood or coal.

Heel :: Heel (n.) In a small arm, the corner of the but which is upwards in the firing position..

Lanyard :: Lanyard (n.) A strong cord, about twelve feet long, with an iron hook at one end a handle at the other, used in firing cannon with a friction tube..

Linstock :: Linstock (n.) A pointed forked staff, shod with iron at the foot, to hold a lighted match for firing cannon..

Ricochet :: Ricochet (v. t.) To operate upon by ricochet firing. See Ricochet, n..

Shotgun :: Shotgun (n.) A light, smooth-bored gun, often double-barreled, especially designed for firing small shot at short range, and killing small game..

Cock :: Cock (v. i.) To draw back the hammer of a firearm, and set it for firing..

Murdress :: Murdress (n.) A battlement in ancient fortifications with interstices for firing through.

Mouse :: Mouse (n.) A match used in firing guns or blasting.

Enfilade :: Enfilade (n.) A firing in the direction of the length of a trench, or a line of parapet or troops, etc.; a raking fire..

Smift :: Smift (n.) A match for firing a charge of powder, as in blasting; a fuse..

Seven-shooter :: Seven-shooter (n.) A firearm, esp. a pistol, with seven barrels or chambers for cartridges, or one capable of firing seven shots without reloading..

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