Associations to the word «Cartouche»

Wiktionary

CARTOUCHE, noun. (architecture) An ornamental figure, often on an oval shield.
CARTOUCHE, noun. (Egyptian hieroglyphics) an oval figure containing characters that represent the names of royal or divine people.
CARTOUCHE, noun. A paper cartridge.
CARTOUCHE, noun. A wooden case filled with balls, to be shot from a cannon.
CARTOUCHE, noun. A gunner's bag for ammunition.
CARTOUCHE, noun. A military pass for a soldier on furlough.

Dictionary definition

CARTOUCHE, noun. A cartridge (usually with paper casing).

Wise words

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle