matchlock

ˈmætʃˌlɑk
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Translation of matchlock into German

Noun

1.

trigger system

Rare
mechanism of a firearm using a match to ignite powder
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Luntenschlossvorrichtung
  • The matchlock mechanism was prone to failure in damp weather..Die Luntenschlossvorrichtung versagte bei feuchtem Wetter besonders häufig.
2.

military history

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early firearm using a burning cord to ignite its charge
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Luntenschloss
  • The museum displayed a matchlock from the 17th century.Das Museum zeigte ein Luntenschloss aus dem 17. Jahrhundert.
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  • matchlock: mechanism of a firearm using a match to ignite powder
    (trigger system) Luntenschlossvorrichtung

Synonyms and analogies of matchlock in English

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Examples of matchlock in a sentence

  • A matchlock was used in many early firearms.
  • Collectors often seek out antique matchlocks for their rarity.
  • The soldier carried a matchlock during the historic reenactment.

Translations of "matchlock" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
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He carefully cleaned the matchlock before taking it to the shooting range.

Er reinigte das Luntenschloss sorgfältig, bevor er es zum Schießstand brachte.

Despite its age, the matchlock remains a fascinating subject for collectors.

Trotz seines Alters bleibt das Luntenschloss ein faszinierendes Objekt für Sammler.

In the past, the matchlock was a common weapon among early gunsmiths.

Früher war das Luntenschloss eine übliche Waffe unter frühen Büchsenmachern.

He displayed a historical matchlock at the museum's weapon exhibit.

Er stellte ein historisches Luntenschloss in der Waffen Ausstellung des Museums aus.

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matchlock: Examples and translations in context

He admired the craftsmanship of the intricately designed matchlock on display.

Er bewunderte die Handwerkskunst des kunstvoll gestalteten Luntenschlosses im Schaukasten.

The matchlock featured a slow-burning match cord that lit the gunpowder.

Das Luntenschloss hatte eine langsam brennende Luntenschnur, die das Schießpulver entzündete.

The inventor improved the matchlock design for better accuracy and reliability.

Der Erfinder verbesserte das Design des Luntenschlosses für bessere Genauigkeit und Zuverlässigkeit.

The matchlock's design influenced the future development of firearms for centuries.

Das Design des Luntenschlosses beeinflusste die zukünftige Entwicklung von Feuerwaffen über Jahrhunderte.

The museum guide explained how the matchlock revolutionized warfare in its time.

Der Museumsführer erklärte, wie das Luntenschloss die Kriegsführung seinerzeit revolutionierte.

She learned how to load and fire a matchlock under strict guidance.

Sie lernte, wie man unter strenger Anleitung ein Luntenschloss lädt und abfeuert.

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