windgun

Example:The military used cannons to defend the fortress.

Definition:A large tube for discharging shot or explosive projectiles with great force.

Example:The mortar was used to bombard the enemy's position.

Definition:A firing device with a short barrel capable of firing high-angled shells or bombs.

Example:The artillery, or 'arty', played a crucial role in the war.

Definition:An abbreviation for artillery, referring to heavy, large-caliber weapons used for long-range bombardment.