Word: Artillery Shell
Definition:
An "artillery shell" is a type of explosive projectile that is fired from large guns called artillery. These shells are designed to explode upon impact or at a specific distance in the air, causing damage to targets such as buildings, vehicles, or enemy troops.
Usage Instructions:
- The term "artillery shell" is used mainly in military contexts. - It is a noun, so it can be used as the subject or object in a sentence.
Example Sentence:
- The army launched an artillery shell to destroy the enemy's fortifications.
Advanced Usage:
- In discussions about military strategy, you might hear phrases like "suppressive fire," which involves firing artillery shells to keep the enemy from moving or attacking.
Word Variants:
- "Artillery" (noun): Refers to the large guns or their crews. - "Shelling" (noun or verb): The act of firing artillery shells at a target.
Different Meanings:
- "Shell" can also refer to the hard outer covering of certain animals, like turtles or eggs, but in the context of "artillery shell," it specifically means the explosive device used in warfare.
Synonyms:
- Projectile - Bomb - Round (in military jargon)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
- There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically related to "artillery shell," but you might hear "fire a shell," which means to shoot an artillery shell from a gun.
Summary:
An "artillery shell" is a large explosive device used in warfare, fired from artillery guns to destroy targets.