Meaning of the word cannonade in English

What does cannonade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cannonade

US /ˌkæn.əˈneɪd/
UK /ˌkæn.əˈneɪd/

Noun

a period of continuous heavy gunfire from artillery

Example:
The city was subjected to a relentless cannonade for several hours.
The sound of the distant cannonade filled the air.

Verb

to attack with heavy artillery fire

Example:
The enemy forces began to cannonade the fortress.
They continued to cannonade the position throughout the night.