Munition

/mʌˈnɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Military weapons, ammunition, and equipment used in warfare.

The soldiers stocked up on munition before the upcoming battle.

Projectiles or bombs used in military operations.

The factory was tasked with producing high-quality munition for the front lines.

All supplies and materials necessary for military action.

The logistics team ensured that sufficient munition was available for the troops.

Late Middle English: from Old French munitions, from the noun of action of munir 'to fortify'.

live munition

A munition that is operational and capable of being used in combat.

stockpile munition

To accumulate a reserve of ammunition and military supplies.

munition factory

A facility dedicated to the production of ammunition and military equipment.

ammunition

Projectiles designed to be fired from weapons.

ordnance

Military materials, especially weapons and ammunition.

Artillery

The guys in the field were calling for more munition to be delivered.

Firepower

They brought heavy munition to the fight.