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Definition of priming wire in US English:
priming wire
noun
historicalA sharp wire used to ascertain whether the touch hole of a gun is unobstructed and to pierce the cartridge.
Origin
Late 16th century; earliest use found in Robert Barrett (fl. ?1586–1607), soldier and author.
