culverin

[US]/ˈkʌlvərɪn/
[UK]/ˈkʌlvərɪn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.medieval firearm, heavy cannon; firearm from the 15th-16th century, heavy cannon
Word Forms
Pluralculverins

Phrases & Collocations

long culverin

culverin cannon

culverin shot

culverin fire

culverin range

culverin crew

culverin barrel

culverin design

culverin model

culverin operation

Example Sentences

the culverin was a popular artillery piece in the 16th century.

he studied the history of the culverin in military museums.

the culverin could fire heavy projectiles over long distances.

during the battle, the culverin played a crucial role.

many ships were equipped with culverins for naval warfare.

the design of the culverin influenced later artillery development.

he admired the craftsmanship of the antique culverin.

historical reenactors often use culverins in their displays.

the sound of the culverin firing echoed across the battlefield.

the museum has a well-preserved culverin on display.

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