artillery
Translation
artillery
Examples
The army used heavy artillery in the battle.
The army used heavy artillery in the battle.
He served in the artillery during the war.
He served in the artillery during the war.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) large-caliber guns used in warfare The army used heavy artillery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cannons, guns, ordnance
Etymology
From Old French 'artillerie' (engines of war), related to Latin 'ars' (art, skill).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'art' of warfare using large guns.