touchhole
/ˈtʌtʃˌhoʊl/
noun
- A small hole in the breech of a gun or cannon through which the powder is ignited.
- The antique musket had a rusted touchhole that needed to be repaired.
- Before firing, the gunner cleared the touchhole to ensure a clean ignition.
- The soldier carefully poured gunpowder into the touchhole of the cannon.
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