Cannonballing

/ˈkæn.ən.bɔl.ɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of moving with cannonball-like force and speed, or diving into water by tucking into a ball position.

Etymology

From cannonball plus present participle suffix -ing.

Kelly Says

Cannonballing is one of those words that's equally fun to say as it is to do—it perfectly captures that reckless, forceful movement whether you're a Viking warrior charging into battle or a kid attacking a swimming pool on a hot summer day.

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