salvo — meaning in English

English meaning

• burst verb To break open suddenly, often from internal pressure.
• salvo noun A number of guns fired together or in quick succession, or a burst of applause, criticism, or argument delivered all at once.
• volley noun A number of things, especially shots, insults, or questions, released or fired all at once.

Senses

salvo is used for these senses in English:

• burst A series of shots fired from an automatic firearm.
• volley The simultaneous firing of a number of missiles or bullets; the projectiles so fired.

burst — full definition

1. verb To break open suddenly, often from internal pressure.
2. verb To move suddenly and forcefully, especially entering or exiting.
3. noun A sudden, brief outbreak or surge of something.

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