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Blunderbuss

usgb/ˈblʌndərbʌs/Volume
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Historical Weapon

Understand blunderbuss as an antique firearm, mostly in historical or fantasy contexts.

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In the museum, they displayed a blunderbuss from the 18th century.
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Visual Impact

A blunderbuss looks distinctive with its flared barrel; often depicted in pirate stories.

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The bandit's blunderbuss looked imposing despite its rusty condition.
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Metaphoric Use

The word may be used metaphorically to describe something broad and unsubtle.

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His arguments were like a blunderbuss: loud and lacking precision.
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