What is another word for firing chamber?

Pronunciation: [fˈa͡ɪ͡əɹɪŋ t͡ʃˈe͡ɪmbə] (IPA)

A firing chamber is an integral part of firearms, which ignites the gunpowder and propels the bullet forward. Synonyms for the term "firing chamber" include barrel, bore, chamber, and cylinder. The barrel is a long cylindrical piece that guides the bullet's path from the chamber to the muzzle. On the other hand, the bore pertains to the interior of the barrel, where the bullet travels. The chamber is the part of the firearm where the cartridge is placed before firing, and the cylinder is where revolvers hold ammunition. With the continued development of weapons technology, newer terms may emerge to refer to firing chambers in the future.

Synonyms for Firing chamber:

What are the hypernyms for Firing chamber?

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

    gun barrel, firearm barrel, gun tube, weapon barrel.

What are the hyponyms for Firing chamber?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for firing chamber (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Firing chamber?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.
  • holonyms for firing chamber (as nouns)

    • artifact
      gun.

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