salvo

noun
UK /ˈsæl.vəʊ/
US /ˈsæl.voʊ/

A salvo is a bunch of shots fired at the same time.

The ship fired a salvo of cannons to celebrate.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A sudden loud burst of many things at once, like cheers or applause.

The announcement was met with a salvo of applause.

3. A strong, sudden attack of words or criticism.

The reporter opened with a salvo of tough questions.

4. A way of firing several guns one after another in a planned order.

The soldiers practiced a rolling salvo during training.