SLOW MATCH Definition & Meaning

slow match

noun

a slow-burning match or fuse, often consisting of a rope or cord soaked in a solution of saltpeter.

slow match

noun

a match or fuse that burns slowly without flame, esp a wick impregnated with potassium nitrate

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of slow match¹

First recorded in 1795–1805

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Many of them have their muskets ready with slow matches burning.

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After something of a slow match so far, Russia pounces when Denis Cheryshev scores his fourth goal of the World Cup following a crafty run.

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Edward Teach, known as Blackbeard, went into battle with pieces of burning slow match stuck in his filthy, matted beard and hair.

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"Oh for a barrel of powder and a slow match lashed to her rudder pintle!" exclaimed Drake.

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The latter carried slow matches five feet long, which, as they burned, let loose pieces of coloured paper, on which were printed their position and other information.

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