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Arsenal

UK //ˈɑːsənəl//US //ˈɑrsənəl//

Definition

A storage place for weapons and military equipment.

In simple words: A group or place where weapons and military equipment are stored.

Examples

The military maintains a secure arsenal for national defense.
The country's arsenal was upgraded with new technology.
The soccer team Arsenal is famous in the Premier League.
He has a vast arsenal of tools for woodworking.

Usage notes

Used in military contexts. Can also refer to a sports team. Avoid using in informal conversations unrelated to armaments or sports.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'Arsenal' as 'artillery' combined with 'safety' for storing weapons.

Collocations

military arsenal
weapons arsenal
arsenal of tools
Arsenal Football Club
strategic arsenal

Synonyms

armory
storehouse
repository
repository of arms
weapons cache

Common mistakes

Confused with 'arsenal' as an everyday vocabulary instead of a specific term.
Using 'arsenal' when referring to something other than weapons or sports.
Mispronouncing the term, forgetting the silent 'a'.