Howitzer :: Howitzer (n.) A gun so short that the projectile, which was hollow, could be put in its place by hand; a kind of mortar..
Howitzer :: Howitzer (n.) A short, light, largebore cannon, usually having a chamber of smaller diameter than the rest of the bore, and intended to throw large projectiles with comparatively small charges..
Showily :: Showily (adv.) In a showy manner; pompously; with parade.
Showiness :: Showiness (n.) The quality or state of being showy; pompousness; great parade; ostentation.