Details of word CANNELURE

Definition of cannelure

n. - A groove in any cylinder; specif., a groove around the cylinder of an elongated bullet for small arms to contain a lubricant, or around the rotating band of a gun projectile to lessen the resistance offered to the rifling. Also, a groove around the base of a cartridge, where the extractor takes hold.

Word "cannelure" contains 9 letters : A C E E L N N R U

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