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noun
The technique of using small arms such as muskets.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
A collection of muskets or musketeers.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
Musket fire.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
the technique of using small arms (especially in battle)
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: proficiency, technique
noun
musketeers and their muskets collectively
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: army unit
History
From musket + -ry, after Italian moschetteria. Compare French mousqueterie.
