Carronade is a type of short-barreled naval gun used in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Synonyms for carronade include short gun, pounder, howitzer, and cannon. A short gun is a gun with a shorter barrel than usual, while a pounder is a gun with a caliber of one pound. A howitzer is a type of cannon that fires high-angle shots, while a cannon is a large gun that fires heavy projectiles. Other synonyms for carronade include swivel gun, boat gun, and deck gun. These types of guns were used primarily on boats and ships, providing close-range firepower against enemy vessels.