blunderbuss (Meaning)

Wordnet

blunderbuss (n)

a short musket of wide bore with a flared muzzle

Webster

blunderbuss (n.)

A short gun or firearm, with a large bore, capable of holding a number of balls, and intended to do execution without exact aim.

A stupid, blundering fellow.

blunderbuss Sentence Examples

  1. The old museum displayed a collection of antique firearms, including a blunderbuss from the 18th century.
  2. In pirate lore, the blunderbuss was a favored weapon among swashbucklers for its close-range firepower.
  3. The blunderbuss, with its wide muzzle, was effective in dispersing shot and shrapnel.
  4. During the colonial era, settlers often relied on the blunderbuss for defense against wildlife and hostile natives.
  5. The blunderbuss was a versatile firearm used by soldiers and civilians alike.
  6. The pirate captain brandished his blunderbuss as a warning to those who dared challenge his authority.
  7. Hunters in the frontier often carried a blunderbuss for protection against predators.
  8. The blunderbuss was known for its ability to deliver a devastating blast at close range.
  9. The sight of the pirate's blunderbuss struck fear into the hearts of those aboard the merchant ship.
  10. The blunderbuss remained a symbol of power and authority in the age of sail.

FAQs About the word blunderbuss

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The old museum displayed a collection of antique firearms, including a blunderbuss from the 18th century.

In pirate lore, the blunderbuss was a favored weapon among swashbucklers for its close-range firepower.

The blunderbuss, with its wide muzzle, was effective in dispersing shot and shrapnel.

During the colonial era, settlers often relied on the blunderbuss for defense against wildlife and hostile natives.