How to Pronounce "loose cannon"
expression
ˈɫus/ /ˈkænən
LOOSS KAN-uhn
lˈuːs/ /kˈænən
LOOSS KAN-uhn
Definition
A 'loose cannon' is a person who acts unpredictably and may cause problems or damage because they cannot be controlled.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫus/ /ˈkænən
British English
lˈuːs/ /kˈænən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOOSS KAN-uhn
UK
LOOSS KAN-uhn
Listen in Context
Tom is a loose cannon at work.
Nobody wants a loose cannon on their team.
She can be a bit of a loose cannon during meetings.
Be careful—Jake's a loose cannon and might say anything.