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firepower

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˈfaɪɹˌpaʊɝ// UK //fˈaɪəpaʊɐ// fire·pow·er

n. the amount of power or strength someone has to get things done. It can describe actual weapons or the talent and resources of a team.

n. the capacity for delivering military force, specifically the volume of fire a unit can produce. In a figurative sense, refers to the collective resources, intellectual strength, or influence available to an organization.


SIMPLE

The team has enough firepower to win the championship.

CONTEXTUAL

The law firm hired three more senior partners to increase its legal firepower for the upcoming trial.

COMPLEX

Despite their superior numbers, the infantry lacked the necessary firepower to breach the fortified walls without heavy artillery support.

Origin

From fire + power.

Usage

Often used metaphorically in business or sports to describe talent or financial resources.

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