单词 | trunnion |
释义 | trunnion/ˈtrʌnjən![]() noun 1A pin or pivot forming one of a pair on which something is supported.The introduction of trunnions, the pivots in the middle of the barrel permitting it to move independently of the carriage, was a simple but important development....
1.1A supporting cylindrical projection on each side of a cannon or mortar.The gun is fitted with a trunnion mounted telescopic sight for direct firing up to 3,000m....
OriginEarly 17th century: from French trognon 'core, tree trunk', of unknown origin. |
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