Volley (noun)

1. A number of shots, arrows, or bombs fired or thrown at the same time.
2. A series of shots or projectiles sent back and forth in rapid succession.
3. A shot in which the ball is hit before it touches the ground, as in volleyball or tennis.

Origin:

Middle english volée, from old french, from voler to fly.

Examples:

1. The soldiers fired a volley at the enemy.
2. The team scored a goal with a volley from the edge of the box.
3. She hit a powerful volley to win the point.
4. The team"s strategy was to use volleys to disrupt the opponent"s game.
5. The crowd erupted in applause after the spectacular volley.