gunstock

American  

[guhn-stok] / ˈgʌnˌstɒk /

noun

1. the stock or support in which the barrel of a shoulder weapon is fixed.

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gunstock British  

/ ˈɡʌnˌstɒk /

noun

1. the wooden or metallic handle or support to which is attached the barrel of a rifle

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Etymology

Origin of gunstock

First recorded in 1485–95; gun ¹, stock

Example Sentences

After that he rubbed and polished the gunstock until the wood of it was bright and shining, too.

From Literature

American Walnut makes lumber products for gunstocks and furniture.

From Washington Times

American Walnut makes and sells a variety of lumber and specialty products, including gunstocks and hardwood slabs used in furniture.

From Washington Times

Some versions feature fine, hand-finished woods; a gunstock grain finish and custom carvings.

From Washington Times

Felix kept his eyes fixed on the top of that stumpy chimney, and his gunstock was already fast against his shoulder.

From Project Gutenberg