mounture

English

noun
Definitions
  • (obsolete) The angle at which a gun is raised for firing.
  • (obsolete) The angle of ascension.
  • The part of a loom that holds the harnesses.
  • (obsolete) A part on any mechanical device that is used for mounting other parts.
  • (obsolete) The act or process of mounting.
  • A horse or other animal used for riding; a mount.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English mounture derived from Old French mounteure suffix from English mount.

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English

mount

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