fowling piece

noun

: a shotgun for shooting birds or small animals

Word History

First Known Use

1596, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fowling piece was in 1596

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“Fowling piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fowling%20piece. Accessed 25 Mar. 2023.

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fowling piece

noun
: a light shotgun for shooting birds or small animals

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