sabot

English

/ˈsæbəʊ/, /ˈsæboʊ/

noun
Definitions
  • A wooden shoe.
  • A carrier around projectile(s) in firearms, cannons and artillery which holds the projectile in precision within the barrel

Etymology

Borrowed from French sabot.

Origin

French

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