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munitions

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //mjuˈnɪʃənz// UK //mjuːnˈɪʃənz// mu·ni·tions

n. military supplies like bombs, bullets, and shells. You use this word when talking about the actual materials used in weapons.

n. military weapons, ammunition, and related equipment used in combat. Often refers specifically to the explosive materials or projectiles themselves.


SIMPLE

The army moved the munitions to a safe location.

CONTEXTUAL

The factory was repurposed during the war to produce munitions for the front lines.

COMPLEX

International observers monitored the transport of munitions across the border to ensure that the ceasefire agreement was not being violated by either side.

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