artillery (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɑːrˈtɪləri/

Definition

Large guns, such as cannons and missile launchers, used in warfare, especially when mounted on vehicles or fortifications.

Examples

• The army deployed its heavy artillery to bombard the enemy positions.

• Artillery shells rained down on the battlefield, causing widespread destruction.

• Naval artillery is designed to be fired from ships.

How to Use artillery

artillery piece (collocation)

A single unit or gun within a larger artillery system. — "The museum displayed an impressive collection of historical artillery pieces."

artillery shell (collocation)

The projectile fired from an artillery gun. — "An artillery shell landed dangerously close to their position."

Synonyms of artillery

Words with a similar meaning to artillery:

• cannons
• ordnance
• heavy weapons

Antonyms of artillery

Words with the opposite meaning to artillery:

• small arms
• infantry

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