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ˈbritʃˌblɒkbreech·block
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Princeton's WordNet
breechblock, breech closernoun
a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing
Wiktionary
breechblocknoun
The metal block that closes the breech of a breech-loading gun after insertion of the cartridge
Webster Dictionary
Breechblocknoun
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 It is withdrawn for the insertion of a cartridge, and closed again before the gun is fired
Wikidata
Breechblock
A breechblock is the part of the firearm action that closes the breech of a weapon at the moment of firing. Most modern small firearms use a bolt. Some variations of breechblocks include: ⁕Blowback actions - in which the breech is never locked and is held closed by spring tension alone. ⁕rotating bolt - the bolt rotates to lock into the breech ⁕Tilting breechblock - both self-actuating and manually operated by a lever. ⁕Falling block - ⁕Floating breech ⁕Rolling block - ⁕Hinged breechblock - ⁕Screwed breechblock In artillery the forces are much greater, but similar methods are used. The Welin breech block uses an interrupted screw and is used on weapons with calibres from about 4 inches up to 16 inches or more. Other systems use horizontal or vertical sliding block.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of breechblock in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of breechblock in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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