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Cannonball

Definition

A large metal ball fired from a cannon, especially in the past, or a jump into a swimming pool with the legs and arms tucked in, making a big splash.

Example Sentences

1The historic fort still had its old cannons, but they were no longer loaded with cannonballs.
2He did a cannonball off the side of the pool, splashing everyone nearby.
3The museum had a collection of old cannonballs from the Civil War era.
4The kids loved doing cannonballs off the diving board during summer vacation.
5The pirate movie featured a dramatic scene where a cannonball exploded on the ship's deck.

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