English Explanatory Dictionary

headstamp

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The identification marking on the base (bottom) of a cartridge casing.

verb

To affix a headstamp to.

Word forms

headstamp headstamps headstamping headstamped

Etymology

From head + stamp.

Related words

ammo ammunition bullet round breechloading cartridge case shell

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