Breech-loading

Pronunciation: /ˈbɹitʃ- ˈɫoʊdɪŋ/

Breech-loading (adj)

  1. A firearm that is loaded from the back end of the barrel, so the ammunition is put in near the breech.

Breech-loading (adjective)

Examples

  • The breech-loading firearm is easier to reload quickly.
  • This breech-loading firearm uses a rear mechanism for loading.