Breechblock

Language: English
Pronunciation: breechb-lock
Part of Speech: noun

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The metal block that closes the breech of a breech-loading gun after insertion of the cartridge.

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"a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing"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