muzzleloader

noun

muz·​zle·​load·​er ˈmə-zəl-ˌlō-dər 

: a firearm that loads at the muzzle

The introduction of the breechloader more than doubled the rate of reloading and of fire and made it possible to do so, not standing as with the muzzleloader, but with the very substantial protection of the prone position.

—Archer Jones

compare breechloader

muzzle-loading

ˈmə-zəl-ˌlō-diŋ 

adjective

muzzle-loading rifles

Examples of muzzleloader in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Hunter orange requirements apply for anyone using a muzzleloader or other firearm during the muzzleloader season, the DNR said. —Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 4 Dec. 2025

Cross suggested that archery equipment used from an elevated position is a good option for people hunting in a neighborhood with small lots, while larger parcels of land would be conducive to muzzleloader or even gun hunting. —Austin Hornbostel, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Dec. 2025

Residents can choose among hunting licenses for archery, firearms, muzzleloaders and more. —Hannah Hudnall, IndyStar, 30 Sep. 2025

Kentucky's 2025 deer hunting season includes dates for archery, crossbow, muzzleloader, and modern gun methods. —Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for muzzleloader

• coder
• loader
• odor
• odour
• decoder
• encoder
• unloader

Kids Definition

muzzle-loader

noun

muz·​zle-load·​er

ˌməz-əl-ˈ(l)ōd-ər

: a gun that is loaded through the muzzle

muzzle-loading

-ˈ(l)ōd-iŋ

adjective