Harquebus (Noun)
Meaning
An obsolete firearm with a long barrel.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The museum displayed a collection of antique firearms, including a rare harquebus from the 16th century.
- During the Renaissance, the harquebus was a popular choice among soldiers due to its accuracy and range.
- The harquebus was a cumbersome firearm that required a rest or tripod to support its long barrel.
- In the 17th century, the harquebus was gradually replaced by more modern firearms, such as the flintlock musket.
- The harquebus was a muzzle-loading firearm that used a slow-burning fuse to ignite the gunpowder charge.