Artillery

Large-caliber guns used in warfare or military operations., A branch of the military service that specializes in the use of such guns., Large-caliber guns or weapons used in a non-military context, such as fireworks displays.

Artillery - Meanings

Large-caliber guns used in warfare or military operations.

Example: The artillery bombarded the enemy positions from a distance.

Usage: formalContext: military discussions, historical contexts

Note: Artillery typically refers to heavy firearms that are used by armies in combat situations.

A branch of the military service that specializes in the use of such guns.

Example: He served in the artillery during his time in the army.

Usage: formalContext: military contexts, organizational discussions

Note: In this sense, artillery refers to the specific military unit responsible for operating and managing large guns and cannons.

Large-caliber guns or weapons used in a non-military context, such as fireworks displays.

Example: The Fourth of July celebration featured spectacular artillery in the evening.

Usage: formal/informalContext: civilian events, festive occasions

Note: In civilian contexts, artillery can refer to any large guns or devices used for display or celebration purposes.

Artillery's synonyms

cannon

A large, heavy piece of artillery typically mounted on wheels.

Example: The soldiers fired the cannon to defend the fort.

Note: Cannon specifically refers to a type of artillery that is portable and often used in warfare.

gun

A weapon incorporating a metal tube from which bullets, shells, or other missiles are propelled by explosive force.

Example: The soldiers loaded the gun with ammunition before firing.

Note: Gun is a more general term that can refer to any portable firearm, while artillery typically refers to larger, mounted weapons.

mortar

A portable, indirect-fire weapon that fires explosive projectiles known as mortars.

Example: The mortar was used to launch shells over the enemy lines.

Note: Mortar specifically refers to a type of artillery that fires projectiles at high angles for short distances.

howitzer

A type of artillery piece characterized by a relatively short barrel and the use of comparatively small propellant charges to propel projectiles at relatively high trajectories.

Example: The army deployed the howitzer to provide long-range artillery support.

Note: Howitzer is a specific type of artillery designed for high-angle fire and long-range bombardment.

Artillery expressions, common phrases

Heavy artillery

Refers to powerful weapons or military equipment used in warfare.

Example: They brought in the heavy artillery to deal with the enemy's defenses.

Note: The phrase emphasizes the strength and firepower of the weapons, rather than just referring to artillery in general.

Artillery barrage

A concentrated and sustained attack using artillery fire.

Example: The artillery barrage pounded the enemy positions before the infantry moved in.

Note: It specifically describes a continuous and intense bombardment, rather than just a single artillery shot.

Artillery shell

A projectile fired from artillery guns or cannons.

Example: The artillery shell exploded near the enemy's headquarters, causing significant damage.

Note: It focuses on the individual explosive projectile, distinct from the broader concept of artillery as a whole.

Artillery unit

A group of soldiers and equipment responsible for operating artillery weapons.

Example: The artillery unit provided cover fire for the advancing troops.

Note: It refers to a specific military unit specializing in artillery operations, rather than just the weapons themselves.

Artillery battery

A group of artillery pieces grouped for action.

Example: The artillery battery was positioned on the hill to target enemy positions in the valley.

Note: It denotes a specific grouping of artillery weapons, typically organized for coordinated firing.

Artillery fire

The act of shooting artillery guns or cannons.

Example: The artillery fire rained down on the enemy's defensive fortifications.

Note: It describes the action of firing artillery, highlighting the continuous nature of the bombardment.

Artillery support

Assistance provided by artillery units to ground forces.

Example: The infantry troops requested artillery support to suppress enemy positions.

Note: It signifies the collaborative role of artillery in aiding other military units, rather than just the use of artillery weapons independently.

Artillery everyday (slang) expressions

Artie

A shortened informal version of the name 'Artillery', often used as a nickname for someone named Arthur.

Example: Artie always has the best ideas for our school projects.

Note: Artie is a casual and endearing term, whereas 'Artillery' refers to military weapons.

Big guns

Refers to the most powerful or influential people in a particular context, similar to influential artillery in military terms.

Example: Let's bring in the big guns for this project presentation.

Note: In colloquial use, 'big guns' refers to influential individuals rather than actual artillery.

Ammo

Short for 'ammunition', used metaphorically to refer to arguments, facts, or persuasive points.

Example: Make sure you have enough ammo for the debate on Friday.

Note: 'Ammo' in slang refers to arguments or information, whereas in its original context, it pertains to bullets or shells.

Firepower

Refers to the effectiveness, strength, or impact of something, like the firepower of artillery in combat.

Example: His presentation had a lot of firepower - it was impressive.

Note: In slang, 'firepower' denotes impact or effectiveness, while in military terms, it refers to the amount of firepower a weapon system can deliver.

Loaded

Describes a situation that is intense, significant, or full of potential impact, similar to a weapon being loaded with ammunition.

Example: The meeting is going to be a loaded one, with all the big decisions on the agenda.

Note: In slang, 'loaded' means full of impact or significance, whereas in its original context, it refers to a weapon being loaded with ammunition.

Offensive

Means causing someone to feel upset, insulted, or displeased, similar to the offensive power of artillery in battle.

Example: Her remarks at the meeting were pretty offensive, don't you think?

Note: 'Offensive' in slang refers to causing distress or annoyance, while in military terms, it refers to an aggressive military action.

Firing on all cylinders

Refers to performing at the highest level or with maximum effort, akin to all cylinders firing in a powerful engine or artillery piece.

Example: The team is firing on all cylinders this quarter, achieving all their targets.

Note: In slang, 'firing on all cylinders' means performing at optimal levels, while in the original context, it refers to the maximum firing capacity of an engine or artillery piece.

Artillery - Examples

The artillery fire was intense.

The army relied heavily on their artillery.

The enemy's artillery was destroyed in the battle.

Artillery grammar

Artillery - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)

Lemma: artillery

Conjugations

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): artillery

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): artillery

Syllabification and Stress

artillery Contains 3 syllables: ar • til • lery

Phonetic transcription: är-ˈti-lə-rē

ar til lery , är ˈti lə rē (The red syllable is stressed)

Artillery - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

artillery: ~ 3800 (Common).

This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

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