weaponry

[ˈwɛpənri]

weaponry Definition

  • 1the weapons that are used by a particular army or group of people
  • 2the study of the design and manufacture of weapons

Using weaponry: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "weaponry" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The country has a vast arsenal of weaponry.

  • Example

    The museum displays an impressive collection of ancient weaponry.

  • Example

    The government invested heavily in the development of new weaponry.

  • Example

    The treaty aimed to reduce the proliferation of nuclear weaponry.

weaponry Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for weaponry

Phrases with weaponry

  • weapons that use chemical substances to harm or kill people

    Example

    The use of chemical weaponry is prohibited under international law.

  • weapons that use nuclear reactions to release energy and cause destruction

    Example

    The possession and use of nuclear weaponry is highly controversial.

  • weapons that are designed for personal use, such as handguns or knives

    Example

    The police officer was carrying personal weaponry for self-defense.

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Summary: weaponry in Brief

The term 'weaponry' [ˈwɛpənri] refers to the weapons used by a particular group or the study of weapon design and manufacture. It includes phrases like 'chemical weaponry' and 'nuclear weaponry,' which refer to specific types of weapons. 'Weaponry' can also refer to personal weapons like handguns or knives.

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