Breechblock

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing

Framework senses

2 senses across 2 frameworks

Wordset Dictionary1 senseview framework →

§1: a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing

Legacy lexicon import1 senseview framework →

§1 · legacy_primary: a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing
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