1690s, from match (n.1), in reference to the firing mechanism, + lock (n.1) in the firearm sense (1540s); probably so called for its resemblance to a door-latching device.
雙語(yǔ)例句
1. Twelve men all equipped, having each his rest and his matchlock.
十二個(gè)人,全副裝備, 每人都配了槍架和火繩槍.
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2. While underneath, in a corner, were fowling piece, musket, and matchlock.
下面, 角落里, 堆著鳥槍, 步槍, 和火繩槍.
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3. Flintlock: Ignition system for firearms early 16 th century, It'superseded the matchlock and the wheel lock.