What is another word for artillery piece?
Pronunciation: [ɑːtˈɪləɹi pˈiːs] (IPA) 
An "artillery piece" is a type of heavy military weapon used for firing shells or projectiles. There are various synonyms that can be used to refer to this kind of weapon such as "cannon", "howitzer", "mortar" and "gun". Though they all technically fall under the category of artillery, they differ in size and the type of ammunition they use. Cannons are large guns that fire heavy rounds while howitzers are shorter barreled and used for firing shells. Mortars are smaller, short-range weapons that fire explosive shells at high angles, while guns can refer to any type of artillery piece used for firing projectiles. Regardless of the term used, it remains a powerful tool of warfare.
