cannons
word · lemma: cannon
Definition
Large, heavy guns that shoot powerful projectiles, usually used in warfare, especially in the past.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly refers to old-fashioned weapons seen in historical wars, pirate stories, and military history. Singular is 'cannon.' Modern usage typically says 'guns' or specific artillery. Not to be confused with 'canon' (set of rules or works).
Spanish: cañonesPortuguese (BR): canhõesPortuguese (PT): canhõesChinese (Simplified): 加农炮 - 大炮Chinese (Traditional): 加農炮 - 大炮Hindi: तोपेंArabic: مدافعBengali: ক্যাননRussian: пушки - орудияJapanese: 大砲Vietnamese: đại bácKorean: 대포Turkish: toplarUrdu: توپیںIndonesian: meriam
Example Sentences
Pirate ships often had many cannons on board.
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The soldiers fired the cannons at the castle walls.
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The old fortress still displays its ancient cannons.
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Back then, cannons were the most powerful weapons on the battlefield.
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You could hear the boom of the cannons miles away.
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When the parade started, they fired the cannons as a salute.
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