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carronade

/kærəˈneɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does carronade mean?

noun

A short, heavy cannon mounted on a ship, typically firing a solid shot, and a type of large, heavy cannon used on land.

Example

"The carronade was a key component of the ship's armament, capable of firing a large shot at close range."

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