cartridge
/ˈkɑːtɹɪdʒ/
Meanings
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noun
A container for holding a supply of ammunition, especially for a gun.
- "He loaded a new cartridge into his rifle."
- "The soldier checked his magazine for cartridges before going into battle."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with cartridgecartoon , harbor , sorrow
Variants
List of all variants of cartridge that leads to same resultcartridge , cartridges , cartridge belt , cartridge belts
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Middle French word 'cartouche', meaning a small box or pouch.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The first cartridges were paper or leather bags filled with gunpowder and a bullet.
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Cartridges come in various sizes and shapes, depending on the caliber or gauge of the gun they are designed for.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
ammunition: A cartridge is a type of ammunition that contains both a projectile and a propellant.
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magazine: A magazine is a container that holds multiple cartridges or rounds of ammunition for a gun.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Cartridges have played a significant role in military history, with advancements in cartridge design and technology leading to increased firepower and accuracy in weapons.
How to Memorize "cartridge"
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visualize
- Imagine a small, cylindrical container that holds bullets or shots for a gun.
- Visualize the process of loading a cartridge into a gun's chamber. -
associate
- Associate the word 'cartridge' with the sound of a gun being fired.
- Think of the word 'ammunition' when you hear 'cartridge'. -
mnemonics
- Remember that a 'cartridge' is a 'container for ammo'.
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