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Cannonaded: meaning, definitions and examples

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cannonaded

 

[ ˈkænəˌneɪdəd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military action

Cannonaded refers to the act of bombarding or attacking something with cannon fire. It is typically used in a military context where artillery units fire upon enemy positions. This term evokes imagery of historical battles where artillery played a crucial role in warfare. The word is often associated with heavy bombardment and the destructive power of cannons. The use of cannonades could significantly weaken enemy defenses or troop morale during conflicts.

Synonyms

bombarded, pounded, shelled

Examples of usage

  • The fortress was cannonaded for hours during the siege.
  • The army cannonaded the enemy's stronghold.
  • Artillery units have cannonaded the approach road to prevent reinforcements.
  • The city was cannonaded, leaving behind ruins and chaos.

Translations

Translations of the word "cannonaded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bombardeado

🇮🇳 गोलाबारी की

🇩🇪 beschossen

🇮🇩 dihujani

🇺🇦 обстріляний

🇵🇱 ostrzelany

🇯🇵 砲撃された

🇫🇷 bombardé

🇪🇸 bombardeado

🇹🇷 topla ateş açılmış

🇰🇷 포격된

🇸🇦 قصف

🇨🇿 ostřelovaný

🇸🇰 ostreľovaný

🇨🇳 炮轰

🇸🇮 bombardiran

🇮🇸 skotið að

🇰🇿 оққа ұшырылған

🇬🇪 სროლა

🇦🇿 top atəşinə tutulmuş

🇲🇽 bombardeado

Word origin

The word 'cannonaded' originates from the noun 'cannon', which itself comes from the Latin word 'canna', meaning 'tube' or 'reed'. The term evolved in the Middle Ages when large firearms known as cannons were developed for military use. The action of firing these cannons was termed 'cannonading', highlighting the barrage of shots fired during battles. Over time, 'cannonaded' became the past tense of this action, firmly establishing itself in military vocabulary. The usage of cannonades was prevalent during the early modern period, especially during the numerous wars in Europe, where artillery dominated the battlefield. The technical advancements in gunpowder and artillery equipment influenced how conflict was conducted, making cannonades a crucial component of strategic warfare. As warfare evolved, so did the terminology surrounding it, but the dramatic impact of cannon fire in battle remains a potent image within historical narratives.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,605, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.