mortar >> ˈmɔːtə
Definition: [noun] a short smooth-bore gun for firing shells (technically called bombs) at high angles.
Example: mortars and machine guns
Definition: [noun] a cup-shaped receptacle in which ingredients are crushed or ground, used in cooking or pharmacy.
Example: a pestle and mortar
Definition: [verb] attack or bombard with a mortar.
Example: the Commando positions were being heavily mortared