Definition of weapon
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: something (such as a club, knife, or gun) used to injure, defeat, or destroy
2
: a means of contending against another
weapon
verb
weaponed; weaponing; weapons
Definition of weapon (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of weapon was before the 12th century
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