What is another word for Arquebusade?

Pronunciation: [ˈɑːkwɪbjˌuːse͡ɪd] (IPA)

Arquebusade is a word that refers to a firearm used in the 16th and 17th centuries. If you are looking for synonyms to this term, you can consider using words like musket, rifle, or blunderbuss. These are weapons that were commonly used during the same time period. Additionally, you can also use the term "gun", which is a more general term that is still used today to refer to firearms. Other synonyms for arquebusade might include "firearm", "weapon", "shotgun" or "handgun". Each of these words can be used to describe a different type of firearm or weapon, depending on the context in which they are used.

What are the hypernyms for Arquebusade?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Arquebusade

A rattling Arquebusade was poured in upon them as they struggled in the narrow doorway.
"The Rise of the Dutch Republic, Volume II.(of III) 1566-74"
John Lothrop Motley Last Updated: January 25, 2009
This herb formed an ingredient of the genuine Arquebusade water, as prepared against wounds inflicted by an arquebus, or hand-gun, and it was mentioned by Philip de Comines in his account of the battle of Morat, 1476. When the Yeomen of the Guard were first formed in England-1485-half were armed with bows and arrows, whilst the other half carried arquebuses.
"Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure"
William Thomas Fernie
I hope you take great care of your mouth and teeth, and that you clean them well every morning with a sponge and tepid water, with a few drops of Arquebusade water dropped into it; besides washing your mouth carefully after every meal, I do insist upon your never using those sticks, or any hard substance whatsoever, which always rub away the gums, and destroy the varnish of the teeth.
"Letters to His Son, 1753-1754"
The Earl of Chesterfield

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