Word: breechblock
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: breech
block
Definition: The metal block that closes the breech of a breech-loading gun after insertion of the cartridge.
Morphemes:
Affix: breech
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The part of a cannon or other firearm behind the chamber.
Affix: block
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To play a block shot.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: bloc
Language: fro
Decoded: bloc
Meaning: log, block