What is another word for Musketoon?

Pronunciation: [mˌʌskɪtˈuːn] (IPA)

The word "Musketoon" is an archaic term that refers to a type of firearm that became popular in the 18th century. Although not widely used anymore, there are still a few synonyms for Musketoon that are still in use today. These include Blunderbuss, Carbine, and Short Rifle. Blunderbuss refers to a firearm that has a short barrel and a flared muzzle for firing multiple projectiles. Carbine is a more modern term that generally refers to a shorter-barreled, lighter-weight version of a rifle. Short Rifle refers to a rifle with a relatively short barrel length, making it easier to maneuver in cramped spaces.

What are the hypernyms for Musketoon?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Musketoon

Don Quixote was about to thank him, when they heard behind them a noise as of a troop of horses; there was, however, but one, riding on which at a furious pace came a youth, apparently about twenty years of age, clad in green damask edged with gold and breeches and a loose frock, with a hat looped up in the Walloon fashion, tight-fitting polished boots, gilt spurs, dagger and sword, and in his hand a Musketoon, and a pair of pistols at his waist.
"The History of Don Quixote, Volume II., Complete"
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra

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