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- [dem-ee-kan-uh n]
- /ˌdɛm iˈkæn ən/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [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
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
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 57% 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.
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