arquebuse

[US]/[ɑːˈkweɪbjuːs]/
[UK]/[ɑːrˈkweɪbjuːs]/

Translation

n.an early type of musket; a person who used an arquebus
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

arquebuse fire

arquebuses loaded

firing arquebuses

old arquebuse

arquebuse shot

with arquebuses

arquebuse blast

arquebuse repair

arquebuse rest

arquebuse held

Example Sentences

the spanish conquistadors relied heavily on the arquebuse to conquer new lands.

he carefully cleaned the arquebuse, ensuring it was ready for battle.

the arquebuse's slow reload rate made it vulnerable in close combat.

the arquebuse's impact on warfare was significant despite its limitations.

a skilled soldier could fire an arquebuse with surprising accuracy.

the arquebuse's loud report often startled horses and disrupted formations.

museums display antique arquebuses as examples of early firearms.

the arquebuse required a significant amount of gunpowder for each shot.

he studied the arquebuse's mechanism, fascinated by its simple design.

the arquebuse's effectiveness varied depending on the soldier's training.

the arquebuse represented a technological advancement over earlier weapons.

he purchased an arquebuse to defend his family's farm.

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