matchlock

== English == === Etymology === From match +‎ lock. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˈmatʃlɒk/ (US) IPA(key): /ˈmæt͡ʃlɑk/ === Noun === matchlock (plural matchlocks) (historical) Early type of firearm, using a smoldering piece of cord to fire the powder in the firing pan. The gunlock used in such a weapon, having a slow smouldering match. ==== Translations ====