German Meaning of breechblock

Verschlussstück

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Definitions and Meaning of breechblock in English

Wordnet

breechblock (n)

a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing

Webster

breechblock (n.)

The movable piece which closes the breech of a breech-loading firearm, and resists the backward force of the discharge. It is withdrawn for the insertion of a cartridge, and closed again before the gun is fired.

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Verschlussstück

a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firingThe movable piece which closes th

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breech sight => Kimme, breech screw => Verschlussschraube, breech presentation => Steißlage, breech pin => Schlagbolzen, breech delivery => Steißgeburt,