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SALVO

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Salvo.

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Salvo - as a noun

An outburst resembling the discharge of firearms or the release of bombs

Rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms

Example: "Our fusillade from the left flank caught them by surprise"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burstfusilladevolley

A sudden outburst of cheers

Example: "There was a salvo of approval"

Salvo - as a verb

To discharge weapons in a salvo.

Example Sentences

"The army fired a salvo of artillery shells."
"The enemy warships launched a salvo of missiles."
"I ducked for cover as the salvo of gunfire echoed through the streets."
"The goalkeeper blocked the salvo of shots from the opposing team."
"The protesters chanted slogans in a salvo of dissent."
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Word Game Points

Is SALVO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, salvo is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SALVO has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is SALVO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, salvo is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SALVO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SALVO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, salvo is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SALVO has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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