turnbarrel

English

Etymology

turn +‎ barrel

Noun

turnbarrel (plural turnbarrels)

  1. (firearms) A kind of rifle with a rotary barrel action.
    • 1974, George C. Nonte, Home Guide to Muzzle-loaders (page 50)
      Turnbarrels were not widely used during the muzzle-loading era despite their superior firepower. They were, of course, more expensive and more difficult to make than a conventional rifle.
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