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Fusilier

Definition:

A fusilier is a member of a British infantry regiment that historically used a fusil, a type of musket, as its main weapon.

Sense 1:

Noun

A soldier belonging to a fusilier regiment.

Example sentence: The fusilier stood at attention during the military parade.

Sense 2:

Noun

A tropical marine fish of the family Caesionidae, typically having a fusiform shape.

Example sentence: The vibrant colors of the fusilier fish dazzled the scuba divers.

Sense 3:

Noun

A small spark produced by striking steel against flint, used for igniting the powder in a flintlock firearm.

Example sentence: The fusilier provided a steady supply of sparks for his companion's flintlock pistol.

Sense 4:

Adjective

Relating to or characteristic of fusiliers.

Example sentence: The fusilier uniform displayed bold red colors, distinguishing them from other regiments.

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