Cordite
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɔːdaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cordite is a noun meaning A smokeless propellent made by combining two high explosives, nitrocellulose and nitroglycerine, used in some firearm ammunition.
Meaning
A smokeless propellent made by combining two high explosives, nitrocellulose and nitroglycerine, used in some firearm ammunition.
Word Forms
- cordites
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dust, powder, gunpowder, pyrocollodion, pyrocellulose, nitrocellulose.
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