(US, historical) A distinctive type of flintlock (later percussion cap) rifle used on the American frontier from 1700 to the 1850s.
(US, historical) A distinctive type of flintlock (later percussion cap) rifle used on the American frontier from 1700 to the 1850s.
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(US, slang) An adjustment made by a shooter to correct for wind (or motion of the target) by aiming at a point horizontal to the target's position in the sight rather than by adjusting the sight to compensate.
(slang, rare) Similar to or resembling the US state of Kentucky.
(US, dialect) Of or pertaining to the US state of Kentucky.
(US, dialect) A native or resident of Kentucky, especially one who has a rustic character.
(Internet slang, humorous, sarcastic) Used to mock the belief that something, particularly a firearm, is sufficient, when it is perceived by the speaker to be obviously obsolete or ineffective in the face of better alternatives offered.