howitzer
UK /ˈhaʊ.ɪts.ə(ɹ)/ US /ˈhaʊ.ɪts.əɹ/
noun 2verb 1
Definitions
noun
1
A cannon that combines certain characteristics of field guns and mortars, delivering projectiles with medium velocities, usually with relatively high trajectories; normally a cannon with a tube length of 20 to 30 calibers.
2
A powerfully hit shot.
Belgium took a little while to catch Scotland with the first of the howitzer blows, but when the first one landed there was a certainty of more. Many more.
verb
1
To attack with a howitzer.
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