noun as in strong fondness

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rifle, blunderbuss

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Example:While the haquebut was effective for close engagements, the rifle offered superior accuracy for longer distances.

Definition:a long-barreled firearm with rifling, used for accurate long-distance shooting

From rifle

Example:The blunderbuss was heavier and more inaccurate than the haquebut but compensated for this with its unique magazine capacity.

Definition:a short-barreled firearm with a flared muzzle designed to spray shot, used in early modern times

From blunderbuss