Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun In war-ships, a gun used in chasing an enemy, or in defending a ship when chased; a chaser.
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Examples
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As if surprised at our obstinacy, John Bull let fly a chase-gun, taking good care not to send the shot very near us.
Miles Wallingford Sequel to "Afloat and Ashore" James Fenimore Cooper 1820
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