"Nitro Express" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From the cordite propellant used, which is composed of nitrocellulose and nitroglycerine, and express, due to the higher velocities available with cordite compared to black powder. Head templates: {{en-noun|?|head=Nitro Express}} Nitro Express
  1. A large-calibre cartridge with adequate ballistics to kill big game. Wikipedia link: Nitro Express Categories (topical): Firearms Related terms: elephant gun

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