What's the difference between flintlock and fusil?

Flintlock


Definition:

  • (n.) A lock for a gun or pistol, having a flint fixed in the hammer, which on striking the steel ignites the priming.
  • (n.) A hand firearm fitted with a flintlock; esp., the old-fashioned musket of European and other armies.

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Fusil


Definition:

  • (v. t.) Capable of being melted or rendered fluid by heat; fusible.
  • (v. t.) Running or flowing, as a liquid.
  • (v. t.) Formed by melting and pouring into a mold; cast; founded.
  • (n.) A light kind of flintlock musket, formerly in use.
  • (n.) A bearing of a rhomboidal figure; -- named from its shape, which resembles that of a spindle.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) Side effects, mainly burning and smarting were noted by the investigators in 8 and 11 patients treated by fusilic acid and rifamycin respectively.

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