Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
volley
noun, verb
/ˈvɒli/
Definition
A volley is a term used to describe a firing of multiple weapons or an action in sports where the ball is returned before it touches the ground.
Examples
- During the match, she executed a beautiful volley that impressed the audience.
- The soldiers fired a volley towards the enemy positions.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it refers to a rapid series of actions or responses.
Synonyms
- burst
- salvo
- round
- flurry
- storm
