demi-cannon

dem·i-can·non

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dem-ee-kan-uh n]
- /ˌdɛm iˈkæn ən/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dem-ee-kan-uh n]
- /ˌdɛm iˈkæn ən/

Definition of demi-cannon word

noun demi-cannon a large cannon of the 16th century, having a bore of about 6½ inches (17 cm) and firing a shot of from 30 to 36 pounds (14 to 16 kg). 1

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Origin of demi-cannon

First appearance:

before 1550

One of the 31% oldest English words

From Middle French, dating back to 1550-60; See origin at demi-, cannon

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Parts of speech for Demi-cannon

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

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preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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demi-cannon popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 39% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.