Cannoneer

Synonyms of cannoneer

• artilleryman
• gunner
• bombardier

Antonyms of cannoneer

• dove
• peacemaker
• pacifist

Collocations of cannoneer

battlefield

Frequency: 80 %

The cannoneer bravely fought on the battlefield.

military

Frequency: 75 %

The cannoneer served in the military for many years.

artillery piece

Frequency: 70 %

The cannoneer loaded the artillery piece with ammunition.

cannon fire

Frequency: 60 %

The cannoneer unleashed powerful cannon fire on the enemy.

firing mechanism

Frequency: 45 %

The cannoneer adjusted the firing mechanism for precision.

Idiomatic Expressions for cannoneer

• Phrase: cannon fodder
  Meaning: people or things that are considered expendable and are used to protect or distract others
  Usage: The soldiers were sent in as cannon fodder to distract the enemy while the main attack took place.