Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Matchlocks.
Matchlocks - 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
"Soldiers equipped with matchlocks were a common sight on battlefields."
"The matchlocks had a slow rate of fire compared to later firearms."
"Many matchlocks had water-resistant gunpowder flasks attached to them."
"The matchlocks were essential weapons in the defense of the castle."
"The museum displayed a collection of matchlocks from various periods."
Word Game Points
Is MATCHLOCKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, matchlocks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MATCHLOCKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is MATCHLOCKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, matchlocks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMATCHLOCKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.
Is MATCHLOCKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, matchlocks is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMATCHLOCKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.