What is another word for howitzer?
Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ʊɪtsə] (IPA) 
A howitzer is a type of artillery cannon with a short barrel and an elevated trajectory. However, there are several synonyms for this word, such as mortars, cannons, guns, and artillery pieces. These synonyms are often used interchangeably, although each word refers to specific variations of artillery. Mortars are typically used for indirect fire, while cannons and guns usually refer to the direct fire of heavier artillery pieces. Artillery pieces can be either towed or self-propelled, but they all have the same purpose of launching explosive shells or projectiles at an intended target. Regardless of the word used, these weapons have been integral to warfare for centuries.
