Main Entry:

am·mu·ni·tion

Pronunciation:

\ˌam-yə-ˈni-shən\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

obsolete French amunition, from Middle French, alteration of munition

Date:

1607

1 a: the projectiles with their fuses, propelling charges, or primers fired from guns b: cartridges c: explosive military items (as grenades or bombs)2: material for use in attacking or defending a position <ammunition for the defense lawyers>