MATCHLOCK
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Matchlock.
Matchlock - as a noun
An early style of musket; a slow-burning wick would be lowered into a hole in the breech to ignite the charge
Example Sentences
"The matchlock was an early type of gun ignition system."
"The matchlock was widely used in Europe during the 15th to 17th centuries."
"This museum displays an impressive collection of matchlocks."
"The matchlock was typically fired by a soldier known as a musketeer."
"The matchlock had a slow reload time compared to later gun designs."
Word Game Points
Is MATCHLOCK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, matchlock is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MATCHLOCK has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is MATCHLOCK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, matchlock is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMATCHLOCK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
Is MATCHLOCK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, matchlock is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMATCHLOCK has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
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