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gun carriage

n.
A frame or structure upon which a gun is mounted for firing or maneuvering.
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gun carriage

n
(Firearms, Gunnery, Ordnance & Artillery) a mechanical frame on which a gun is mounted for adjustment and firing or for transportation
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gun carriage

A mobile or fixed support for a gun. It sometimes includes the elevating and traversing mechanisms. Also called carriage.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.
ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Noun1.gun carriage - a framework on which a gun is mounted for firinggun carriage - a framework on which a gun is mounted for firing
barbette carriage - a gun carriage elevated so that the gun can be fired over the parapet
framework - a structure supporting or containing something
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