Definitions

1. noun

A supply of ammunition, explosives, and other military equipment.

“The army’s ordnance depot was a heavily guarded facility.”

2. noun

A system of rules and regulations governing the use of explosives and firearms.

“The company’s safety manual was an extensive ordnance manual.”

3. noun

A type of artillery or other heavy military equipment.

“The ordnance used during World War II was a mix of old and new technology.”

4. verb

To provide or supply ammunition, explosives, or other military equipment.

“The military ordnance the troops for their upcoming deployment.”