Meaning of hackbut in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhakbʌt/

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  1. Noun

    hackbut

    Etymology

    mid 16th century. From Middle French haquebute, haquebouthe, alteration of haquebuse, harquebuse, probably after buter to aim (a gun at a target), to take aim

    Definitions

    1. an obsolete firearm with a long barrel

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