The cannon
Example: The cannon fired during the old battle in the museum.
Definition
"The cannon" is a large, heavy piece of artillery historically used in warfare to launch solid projectiles or explosive shells over long distances, often from fortified positions or battlefields, playing a significant role in historical battles and sieges.
Etymology
The term "the cannon" originates from the Old Italian word 'cannone,' meaning 'large tube,' which itself derives from the Latin 'canna,' meaning 'reed' or 'tube.' Did you know that early cannons were named for their tubular shape, resembling giant metal reeds used to shoot projectiles?
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"The cannon" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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