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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   That part of a matchlock or flintlock gun or rifle that holds the burning fuse or flint and applies it to the gunpowder.
2. 2
   A mythical creature with a human body and a dog's head.

Synonyms

All synonyms

cynocephaluscynocephalus

Etymology

From dog + head.

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