munition

/ˈmjuːʃən/ /ˈmjuːnɪtʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a supply of ammunition, especially for use in a particular type of weapon

“The soldiers carried a large quantity of munitions to the front lines.”

2. noun

anything, such as a missile or a bomb, that is used as a weapon or in warfare

“The military developed advanced munitions to target enemy tanks.”

3. noun

a supply of materials, especially food or provisions, for a particular period

“The explorers had to ration their munitions to make the journey last longer.”

4. verb

to equip or supply with ammunition

“The gunner munitioned the tank before the battle.”

5. verb

to provide with supplies, especially food or provisions, for a particular period

“The sailors had to munition the ship for the long voyage.”

Synonyms

  • ammunition
  • provisions
  • supply

Antonyms

  • demilitarization
  • demunition