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water cannon

noun

  1. a truck-mounted hose or pipe that shoots a jet of water through a nozzle at extremely high pressure, used especially in dispersing rioters or demonstrators.


water cannon

noun

  1. an apparatus for pumping water through a nozzle at high pressure, used in quelling riots
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of water cannon1

First recorded in 1965–70
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They have been largely peaceful, but on Sunday police officers fired water cannons and used pepper spray as clashes unfolded.

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But its advice page does note that demonstrations in cities can become violent, with police known to have used water cannon and tear gas to disperse crowds.

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Since Thursday, riot police have repeatedly clashed with protestors and could be seen firing pepper gas and water cannons towards crowds of demonstrators.

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The announcement sparked days of protests, and riot police used tear gas and water cannon against protesters, who fought back by throwing fireworks and stones.

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Riot police have used tear gas and water cannon against protesters, who have fought back by throwing fireworks and stones.

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