gunflint

Noun

Meaning

A sharpened flint for the lock of a gun, to ignite the charge. It was in common use before the introduction of percussion caps.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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Bruce and Sue Kerfoot are being honored with the Generosity Award from the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation for their nearly immeasurable contributions to their Gunflint Trail community. Source: Internet

Comments on the Environmental Analysis (EA) are due to Gunflint District Ranger Nancy Larson by April 30. The EA (with maps) is available online and hard copy by calling Ranger Larson’s office at (218) 387- 1750. Source: Internet

Neighboring Ashland County did the same, as did Minnesota’s Cook County, home of the Gunflint Trail. Source: Internet

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