What does SALVO mean?

Salvo

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

1. A simultaneous discharge of artillery or other guns in a battle.
2. A series of rounds fired from a firearm.
3. A sudden, forceful verbal attack or criticism.
4. (verb) To make a salvo; to fire in a volley.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsælvoʊ/
• UK: /ˈsælvəʊ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The term "salvo" originated from the Italian word "salva" which means "safe". It was initially used in the military to describe a simultaneous discharge of artillery or other guns in a battle. It has since been adopted into everyday language to describe a series of rounds fired from a firearm or a sudden, forceful verbal attack or criticism.

5. Synonyms:

• Barrage
• Volley
• Attack
• Criticism

6. Related Words:

• Salon
• Salad
• Salsa
• Sable
• Sugar

7. Example Sentences:

• The enemy launched a salvo of missiles at the city.
• The hunters fired a salvo of shots at the deer.
• She launched a salvo of criticism at her opponent during the debate.
• The soldiers salvoed their guns in honor of their fallen comrade.