"matchlock" meaning in English

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        "Early type of firearm, using a smoldering piece of cord to fire the powder in the firing pan."
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          "word": "lunttupyssy"
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          "word": "musketo"
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        "The gunlock used in such a weapon, having a slow smouldering match."
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