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    Cañon (en. Canon)

    /kaɲon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A deep and narrow depression in the ground, often with rivers at its bottom.
    The Grand Canyon is one of the most impressive tourist destinations.
    El cañón del Colorado es uno de los destinos turísticos más impresionantes.
    A duct, tube, or narrow channel.
    The air conditioning duct is crucial for its operation.
    El cañon del aire acondicionado es crucial para su funcionamiento.
    Term used in artillery to refer to a large-caliber piece.
    The ship's cannon was ready for battle.
    El cañón del barco estaba listo para la batalla.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'canonem', meaning 'tube' or 'duct'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    water cannon
    piping or channel that transports water.
    cañón de agua
    voice cannon
    term that refers to a vocal projection or harmony.
    cañón de voz
    like a cannon
    expression that indicates something that is very impressive or forceful.
    como cañón

    Related Words

    cannonier
    A person who operates a cannon or artillery.
    cañonero
    gorge
    Narrow passage between mountains.
    desfiladero
    throat
    Narrow passage that can refer to a geological formation.
    garganta

    Slang Meanings

    A colloquial term for something impressive.
    That party was awesome!
    ¡Esa fiesta estuvo de cañon!
    Something that occurs with a lot of force or intensity.
    The game was amazing from the start.
    El partido fue un cañon desde el inicio.