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ordnance

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Main Entry:
ord·nance 
          Listen to the pronunciation of ordnance
Pronunciation:
\ˈrd-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


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