round shot (Meaning)
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round shot (n)
a solid projectile that in former times was fired from a cannon
Synonyms & Antonyms of round shot
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round shot Sentence Examples
- The cannon unleashed a thunderous round shot that shattered the fortress wall.
- The round shot whistled through the air, its trajectory calculated to precision.
- The ship's deck was littered with round shot, testament to the fierce naval battle.
- The cannons fired round shot after round shot, creating a deafening roar.
- The blacksmith forged round shot with meticulous care, ensuring its accuracy and destructive power.
- The historian examined the round shot, eager to uncover the secrets of a bygone era.
- The soldiers loaded the cannon with round shot, their faces grim as they prepared for battle.
- The round shot struck the target with a resounding boom, sending shrapnel flying.
- The artilleryman adjusted the elevation of the cannon to ensure the round shot found its mark.
- The round shot embedded itself in the ground, leaving a gaping crater in its wake.
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a solid projectile that in former times was fired from a cannon
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No antonyms found.
The cannon unleashed a thunderous round shot that shattered the fortress wall.
The round shot whistled through the air, its trajectory calculated to precision.
The ship's deck was littered with round shot, testament to the fierce naval battle.
The cannons fired round shot after round shot, creating a deafening roar.
