carronade (Meaning)
carronade (n.)
A kind of short cannon, formerly in use, designed to throw a large projectile with small velocity, used for the purpose of breaking or smashing in, rather than piercing, the object aimed at, as the side of a ship. It has no trunnions, but is supported on its carriage by a bolt passing through a loop on its under side.
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carronade Sentence Examples
- The naval ship was armed with several carronades, ready for battle at sea.
- During the Age of Sail, carronades were commonly used as short-range naval artillery.
- The captain ordered the crew to load the carronade with grapeshot for a devastating broadside.
- As the enemy vessel approached, the gunners aimed the carronade with precision.
- The deafening roar of the carronade echoed across the water as it fired upon the enemy ship.
- Despite its smaller size compared to traditional cannons, the carronade packed a powerful punch.
- Sailors hurriedly reloaded the carronade, preparing for another volley against the enemy.
- A well-placed shot from the carronade damaged the enemy's mast, crippling their ability to maneuver.
- The ship's armory stored an ample supply of ammunition for the carronades, ensuring they remained fully operational during battle.
- After the skirmish, the crew celebrated their victory, grateful for the effectiveness of the carronades in defending their ship.
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A kind of short cannon, formerly in use, designed to throw a large projectile with small velocity, used for the purpose of breaking or smashing in, rather than
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The naval ship was armed with several carronades, ready for battle at sea.
During the Age of Sail, carronades were commonly used as short-range naval artillery.
The captain ordered the crew to load the carronade with grapeshot for a devastating broadside.
As the enemy vessel approached, the gunners aimed the carronade with precision.
