powder flask
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of powder flask
First recorded in 1745–55
Example Sentences
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Inside are more crucifixes, a matching pair of pistols, a brass powder flask, holy water, a Gothic Bible, a wooden mallet, a stake, brass candlesticks and rosary beads.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2022
Robert clapped his hands at the idea, so they took Thalcave's powder flask, cleaned the revolvers and loaded them with small shot, and set off.
From In Search of the Castaways; or the Children of Captain Grant by Verne, Jules
He laid a worn leather powder flask beside the pistol, and tapped upon the table triumphantly.
From Ensign Knightley and Other Stories by Mason, A. E. W. (Alfred Edward Woodley)
Half unconsciously his fingers had been toying with a powder flask lying on the table before him, and a small portion of its contents had fallen into his palm.
From The Fifth of November A Romance of the Stuarts by Bentley, Charles S.
"Murderous weapon, and bloodthirsty shooter"—some old-fashioned gunners of to-day will say, just as our grandfathers spoke when breechloaders came in, and that delightful pastime with ramrod and wads, powder flask and shot belt went out.
From From Edinburgh to India & Burmah by Burn Murdoch, W. G. (William Gordon)
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