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cannon fodderMilitary personnel who are regarded as expendable when attacking the enemy.Rate it:

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loose cannonA cannon that breaks loose during battle or a storm and causes serious damage to the ship and its crew.Rate it:

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loose cannonAn uncontrolled or unpredictable person who causes damage to his own friends, faction, political party, etc.Rate it:

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Loose CannonWho easily loses his or her temper and gets out of controlRate it:

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kiss the gunner's daughterTo be flogged or beaten while restrained over a cannon.Rate it:

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man-of-warAn armed naval vessel, primarily one armed with cannon and propelled by sails.Rate it:

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