Main Entry:

ord·nance

Pronunciation:

\ˈȯrd-nən(t)s\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English ordinaunce, from Anglo-French ordenance disposition, preparation, military provisions — more at ordinance

Date:

14th century

1 a: military supplies including weapons, ammunition, combat vehicles, and maintenance tools and equipment b: a service of the army charged with the procuring, distributing, and safekeeping of ordnance2: cannon, artillery