portfire
/ˈpɔːtfʌɪə
/noun historical
A handheld fuse used for firing cannons, igniting explosives in mining, etc.
Origin
Mid 17th century: partial Anglicization of French porte-feu, from porter 'carry' + feu 'fire'.
| 单词 | portfire |
| 释义 | portfire/ˈpɔːtfʌɪə/noun historical A handheld fuse used for firing cannons, igniting explosives in mining, etc. Origin |
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