headstamp

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noun
Definitions
  • (military) The identification marking on the base (bottom) of a cartridge casing.

Etymology

Compound from English head (-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast) + English stamp.

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English

stamp

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