cannon
Pronunciation: [ˈkæn.ən]
Word
Context: "weaponry"
(noun) a large, heavy gun that shoots bullets or shells. You might see a cannon in movies or at historical reenactments, where it makes a loud boom when fired.
Example
During the parade, they showed off a real cannon that was used in a war.
Example
The cannon could not fire because it needed repairs.
Example
What type of cannon was used in the battle?
Context: "games"
(noun) a large piece of artillery used in games or competitions, similar to basketball where you might say 'shoot the cannon' as part of the play.
Example
In the game, players took turns launching the cannon to hit the targets.
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Unfortunately, the cannon missed all the targets during the last round.
Example
Did you see how well they used the cannon in the last game?
Context: "movement"
(verb) to move or launch something with great force or speed, like when you throw a toy cannon.
Example
They cannoned the ball across the field, making a perfect pass.
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He didn't cannon the ball hard enough, and it barely moved.
Example
Can you cannon the ball further this time?
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