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单词 breechless
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breechless

[ breech-lis ]
/ ˈbritʃ lɪs /

adjective

Ordnance. without a breech.Compare muzzleloader.
without breeches or trousers.

Origin of breechless

First recorded in 1350–1400, breechless is from the Middle English word breklesse.See breech, -less

Words nearby breechless

breech delivery, breeches, breeches buoy, breeches part, breeching, breechless, breechloader, breechloading, breech presentation, breed, breeder
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Example sentences from the Web for breechless

  • Say it through the door; I shall not open it to a breechless outlaw like you.

    The Countess of Charny|Alexandre Dumas (pere)
  • He bitterly hated Margaret, whom he called "Queen Breechless," and by other satirical and insulting names.

    Historical Tales, Vol. 9 (of 15)|Charles Morris
  • Do you know that your Cabinet is already called the Breechless Ministry?

    The Countess of Charny|Alexandre Dumas (pere)
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