gun worm

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English

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Etymology

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From its worm-like shape.

Noun

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gun worm (plural gun worms)

  1. (historical) A corkscrew-like device used to remove unspent charges from the barrel of a musket.
    Synonyms: spiral worm, wad hook, packing worm

Translations

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corkscre-like device to remove charges — see wad hook

See also

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