English Explanatory Dictionary

rolling block

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of firearm action where the sealing of the breech is done with a specially shaped breechblock able to rotate on a pin.

Word forms

rolling block rolling blocks

Related words

falling block bolt action lever action
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