Snaphance Definition

noun

A spring lock for discharging a firearm.

Wiktionary

The firearm to which it is attached.

Wiktionary

Other Word Forms of Snaphance

Noun

Singular:
snaphance
Plural:
snaphances

Origin of Snaphance

  • Dutch snaphaan a gun, originally, the snapping cock of a gun. See snap and hen.

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