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chain shot
noun
cannon shot consisting of two balls or half balls connected by a short chain, formerly used in naval artillery to destroy the masts and sails of enemy ships.
Origin:
1575–85
1575–85
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Chain shot
is always a great word to know.
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| chain shot | |
| —n | |
| cannon shot comprising two balls or half balls joined by a chain, much used formerly, esp in naval warfare to destroy rigging | |
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