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Meaning of cap and ball | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

An early loading system for handguns where the percussion cap, powder, and bullet were separate components loaded individually into the gun. Typically used in early to mid 1800s.

uncountable

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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cap and bells cap and gown cap and trade cap badge Cap Blanc-Nez Cap Bon

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