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Munitions

UK //mjuːˈnɪʃənz// US //mjuˈnɪʃənz// Pronunciation

Definition

Weapons and ammunition used by armed forces.

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In simple words: Weapons and ammunition used in military operations.

Examples

• The military stored large quantities of munitions in the base.
• Munitions can include everything from bombs to small arms.
• The report indicated a surplus of munitions at the facility.
• Proper disposal of expired munitions is crucial for safety.

Usage notes

Used in military or defense contexts. Rarely used in everyday conversation. More common in written reports or official documents.

Grammar pattern

plural noun

Memory hint

Think of 'munition' as 'men's ammunition' for soldiers.

Collocations

• supply of munitions
• stockpile munitions
• inspect munitions
• munitions production
• transport munitions

Synonyms

• arms
• weapons
• ammunition
• ordnance
• armaments

Common mistakes

• Confusing 'munitions' with 'ammunition' - munitions include weapons and ammunition.
• Using 'munition' in singular form when discussing quantity - it's typically used in the plural.
• Mispronouncing the word due to unfamiliarity with military terminology.