Synonyms of cannon

Antonyms of cannon

Collocations of cannon

cannon fire
Frequency: 80 %

The soldiers could hear the distant cannon fire.

cannon ball
Frequency: 70 %

The old cannon ball was displayed in the museum.

cannon shot
Frequency: 65 %

The loud cannon shot echoed through the valley.

cannon blast
Frequency: 60 %

The sudden cannon blast startled the villagers.

cannon barrel
Frequency: 50 %

The cannon barrel was carefully cleaned and polished.

Idiomatic Expressions for cannon

  • Phrase: cannon fodder
    Meaning: people or things that are considered expendable or of little value, used for protection or distraction
    Usage: The soldiers were sent in as cannon fodder, with little hope of survival.