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Meaning of the word volley in English

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volley

US /ˈvɑː.li/
UK /ˈvɑː.li/
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Noun

1.

a number of bullets, arrows, or other projectiles discharged at one time

Example:
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The soldiers fired a volley of shots at the enemy.
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A volley of insults was hurled at the speaker.
Synonym:
barragefusilladesalvoburstshower
2.

in sports, a shot or kick made by hitting the ball before it touches the ground

Example:
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The tennis player hit a powerful volley.
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He scored with a spectacular volley from outside the box.

Verb

1.

to hit or kick (the ball) before it touches the ground

Example:
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She managed to volley the ball over the net.
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The striker tried to volley the cross into the goal.
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Related Word:
half-volley