Het buskruit
Example: Het buskruit werd vroeger gebruikt in oude wapens.
Definition
"Het buskruit" refers to gunpowder, a chemical explosive mixture historically used as a propellant in firearms and artillery. It played a crucial role in warfare and weaponry, as indicated in the phrase: 'Het buskruit werd vroeger gebruikt in oude wapens.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "het buskruit" combines 'bus' meaning 'tube' or 'barrel' and 'kruit' meaning 'powder.' Originally, it described the powder contained in a gun barrel. The term reflects the early use of gunpowder stored in tubes for firearms.
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"Het buskruit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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