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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

cannonball

/kænɒnbɔːl/ noun · British & US
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What does cannonball mean?

noun

A heavy metal ball used as a projectile in a cannon, or a person who jumps into water from a great height, typically from a diving board or a ship.

Example

"The cannonball sailed through the air before splashing into the ocean."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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