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gunlock
[ guhn-lok ]
noun
- the mechanism of a firearm by which the charge is exploded.
gunlock
/ ˈɡʌnˌlɒk /
noun
- the mechanism in some firearms that causes the charge to be exploded
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Example Sentences
Inside it was a clock, which could be set to run a certain time and then loosen a sort of gunlock.
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Shorty turned around and backed up to him so that the calves of their legs touched, and began intently studying his gunlock.
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He arranged a system of signals with Shorty, by which one click of his gunlock meant halt, and two to come ahead.
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Si clicked his gunlock, and waited till he had counted 25 rebels gathered there, which seemed to be all, as no more appeared.
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A small gunlock was armed with an excellent flint, and, on being snapped in an exhausted receiver, did not produce any light.
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