Meaning Of The Word Minute gun

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What's The Definition Of Minute gun?

minute gun in American English
a cannon firing at intervals of a minute, as a distress signal or as part of a funeral ceremony
noun: a cannon fired at intervals of a minute, esp. as a signal of distress or in a military funeral ceremony

minute gun in British English
noun: a gun fired at one-minute intervals as a sign of distress or mourning

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