Charged Cylinder, the chamber, or that part which receives the powder and ball. See [Cannon].
Vacant Cylinder, that part of the hollow or bore which remains empty when the piece is loaded.
CYMAR, a slight covering; a scarf.
CYMBAL, in ancient military history, a war-like musical instrument in use among the ancients, made of brass and silver. They are derived from Asia, where they are of a variety of sizes. They are now used by the British and other European nations, in their martial music.
CZAR, in military history, a title assumed by the great dukes, or, as they are now stiled, emperors of all the Russias. This title is no doubt, by corruption, taken from Cæsar, emperor; and the Czars accordingly bear an eagle, as the symbol of their empire. The first that bore this title was Basil, the son of Basilides, about the year 1470. The Empress is called the Czarina or Tzarina.
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DAGGER, in military affairs, a short sword, or poinard, about 12 or 13 inches long. It is not long since, that duellists fought with sword and dagger.
DAGUE, Fr. dagger, a short thick poniard which was formerly used when individuals engaged in single combat.
DAM. See [Dyke].
DAME, Fr. among miners any portion of earth which may remain after the explosion of a mine has taken place. It likewise means a piece of wood with two handles used to press down turf or dirt in a mortar.