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cannons
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a large and powerful gun that was used in the past to fire stone or metal balls
- The fortress defended the city with rows of cannons lining its walls.
- The battlefield echoed with the thunderous roar of cannons during the siege.
- The museum exhibit showcased a collection of historical cannons used in naval warfare.
- Engineers aimed the cannon at the enemy's fortification, preparing to fire.
- Cannons played a crucial role in shaping the outcome of battles throughout history.
2
a billiard shot in which the cue ball strikes one object ball and then hits another
- He scored a cannon by hitting both balls in one shot.
- The player practiced cannons to improve accuracy.
- A successful cannon can change the course of the game.
- She executed a cannon with precision.
- The billiards coach demonstrated the cannon technique.
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the lower segment of the leg of hoofed mammals, between knee and fetlock
- The horse's cannon was bruised during the race.
- Injuries to the cannon can affect a horse's mobility.
- The vet examined the cannon for swelling.
- The cannon bone supports much of the animal's weight.
- He measured the length of the cannon for fitting boots.
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a heavy automatic gun mounted on an airplane
- The fighter jet was equipped with a 20mm cannon.
- Cannons on military aircraft provide high firepower.
- The plane's cannon fired bursts at the target.
- Pilots trained to aim the cannon accurately.
- The bomber had defensive cannons along its fuselage.
5
a cylindrical plate of armor designed to protect the forearm
- The knight's cannon covered his arm from wrist to elbow.
- Medieval cannons were part of full plate armor.
- The museum displayed a suit with intact cannons.
- The cannon prevented cuts during battle.
- He adjusted the cannon before the tournament.
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a large-caliber gun mounted on a tank
- The tank fired its cannon at the target.
- Modern tanks are equipped with powerful cannons.
- Soldiers loaded shells into the cannon.
- Engineers maintain the cannon for accuracy and reliability.
- The tank's cannon can rotate independently of the turret.