carbines

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Scope note
Light, relatively short-barreled rifles and smoothbore long guns used by cavalry and lightly armed special troops, originating in Europe in the late 16th century and made in various sizes and with different firing mechanisms throughout their development down to the present day.
carbines
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024