How Do You Spell CANNON?

Pronunciation: [kˈanən] (IPA)

The word "cannon" is spelled in a slightly unusual way, with two "n"s instead of just one. This is because the "on" sound at the end of the word is actually pronounced as a separate syllable, so the second "n" helps to indicate this. The phonetic transcription of "cannon" is /ˈkænən/, with the stressed syllable being the first one. This word refers to a large gun that fires heavy projectiles, often used in warfare and historical battles.

CANNON Meaning and Definition

1. A cannon is a heavy artillery weapon that uses explosive power to project a large-caliber projectile over a significant distance. Traditionally made of metal, a cannon consists of a long, hollow barrel with a closed end and an open end. It usually rests on a sturdy mount or carriage, which can be adjusted for aim and elevation.

   Cannons are primarily designed for warfare and have been used from antiquity to the present day. They are known for their immense destructive force, capable of rapidly firing projectiles such as cannonballs, explosive shells, or grapeshot. Historically, cannons were commonly used in both offensive and defensive operations during battles, sieges, and naval warfare. Their power and range made them instrumental in shaping military strategies on land and at sea.

   With the advent of modern technology, cannons have undergone significant transformations. While traditional cannons employed gunpowder mechanisms to propel projectiles, contemporary cannons may use new propellant systems, such as gas or electromagnetic energy, to achieve striking effectiveness. Additionally, cannons have found utility beyond warfare, being utilized in fields like field artillery, ceremonial events, and as instruments for signal broadcasting, particularly in historical contexts.

   The historical significance and technological developments surrounding cannons have left an indelible impact on military history, engineering, and weaponry innovation.

2. A great gun.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for CANNON *

• cannow 50%
• cannan 25%

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Other Common Misspellings for CANNON

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Etymology of CANNON

The word "cannon" has an interesting etymology. Its origin can be traced back to the Latin word "canna", which means "tube" or "reed". In turn, this Latin term is believed to have been borrowed from the Greek word "kanna" with the same meaning. Originally, "cannon" referred to a large, tubular weapon used for firing projectiles. Over time, the term evolved, and it came to represent different types of artillery. The word has been in use in the English language since the late 14th century and has remained relatively unchanged in its form.

Idioms with the word CANNON

• loose cannon The idiom "loose cannon" refers to an unpredictable or uncontrollable person or thing that poses a potential danger or risk because their behavior is erratic and volatile. It originated from the term used to describe a cannon that gets detached from its mountings on a ship, endangering the crew as it rolls unpredictably about the deck. In a figurative sense, a loose cannon is someone who is difficult to control or predict, often acting without regard for consequences.
• a loose cannon The idiom "a loose cannon" refers to someone who is unpredictable, uncontrollable, or unreliable, often causing problems or unpredicted consequences due to their impulsive or reckless behavior.
• cannon fodder The idiom "cannon fodder" refers to people who are used or treated as expendable or easily replaceable in dangerous or risky situations, typically for the benefit or protection of others. It is often associated with soldiers or individuals who are sent into battle or hazardous tasks with little regard for their well-being. These individuals are perceived as being of little value and easily sacrificed in order to achieve a specific objective or goal.
• hash cannon
• cannon-shot A situation where people or things are placed at a significant distance from each other, akin to the distance between cannons firing shots at each other.

Similar spelling words for CANNON

• canaan,
• connon,
• canine,
• Cannons,
• Canning,
• canino,
• Cannot,
• cammon,
• canon,
• canoe,
• canyon,
• camion.

Plural form of CANNON is CANNON OR CANNONS

Conjugate verb Cannon

CONDITIONAL

I would cannon

you would cannon

he/she/it would cannon

we would cannon

they would cannon

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be cannoning

you would be cannoning

he/she/it would be cannoning

we would be cannoning

they would be cannoning

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have cannon

you would have cannon

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we would have cannon

they would have cannon

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been cannoning

you would have been cannoning

he/she/it would have been cannoning

we would have been cannoning

they would have been cannoning

FUTURE

I will cannon

you will cannon

he/she/it will cannon

we will cannon

they will cannon

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be cannoning

you will be cannoning

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we will be cannoning

they will be cannoning

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have cannoned

you will have cannoned

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we will have cannoned

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been cannoning

you will have been cannoning

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we will have been cannoning

they will have been cannoning

IMPERATIVE

you cannon

we let´s cannon

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cannon

PAST

I cannoned

you cannoned

he/she/it cannoned

we cannoned

they cannoned

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was cannoning

you were cannoning

he/she/it was cannoning

we were cannoning

they were cannoning

PAST PARTICIPLE

cannoned

PAST PERFECT

I had cannoned

you had cannoned

he/she/it had cannoned

we had cannoned

they had cannoned

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been cannoning

you had been cannoning

he/she/it had been cannoning

we had been cannoning

they had been cannoning

PRESENT

I cannon

you cannon

he/she/it cannons

we cannon

they cannon

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am cannoning

you are cannoning

he/she/it is cannoning

we are cannoning

they are cannoning

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

cannoning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have cannoned

you have cannoned

he/she/it has cannoned

we have cannoned

they have cannoned

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been cannoning

you have been cannoning

he/she/it has been cannoning

we have been cannoning

they have been cannoning

I would have cannoned

we would have cannoned

you would have cannoned

he/she/it would have cannoned

they would have cannoned