cannon
//ˈkænən//
Noun
cannonSingular
cannonsPlural
1
A large, heavy piece of artillery, typically mounted on wheels, formerly used in warfare to fire heavy projectiles.
The soldiers fired the cannon at the enemy fortress.
2
A heavy automatic gun that fires shells from an aircraft or tank.
The fighter jet's cannon can fire hundreds of rounds per minute.
Verb
1
To collide with something or someone forcefully.
The cyclist lost control and cannoned into a parked car.
2
To fire or discharge a cannon.
The soldiers cannoned at the enemy fortress.