noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A machine for raising guns (such as a howitzer) or mortar into their carriages. historical

Etymology

From French chevrette, diminutive of chèvre (“goat”). Compare chevron.

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