noun

A cannon is a big gun that shoots large, heavy metal balls called cannonballs. It's often used in battles or wars to attack enemy fortresses or ships.

Think of a cannon like a really powerful water gun, but instead of shooting water, it shoots heavy metal balls that can cause a lot of damage.

Example

1. The cannon fired a loud boom that echoed through the valley.
2. The ship's crew loaded the cannon with gunpowder and a cannonball.
3. The castle walls were damaged by the enemy's cannon fire.