Synonyms of weaponrynext
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: the science of designing and making weapons

Examples of weaponry in a Sentence

The army has developed some new high-tech weaponry.
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Before this dilemma can play out, Hal triggers an Indiana Jones–esque booby trap inside the compound’s stronghold, summoning Macon’s men with their advanced weaponry. Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026 Even inside of a share-the-wealth Bears offense with impressive weaponry at all the skill positions, Loveland can sniff 90 catches, 1,000 yards and 10 touchdowns this season. Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026 Pentagon figures released last year show some $7 billion in hardware and weaponry fell into the group's hands when the Afghan National Army collapsed. Imtiaz Tyab, CBS News, 7 Sep. 2026 Missiles and drones have become cheaper and easier to acquire, and countries like Iran can strike targets at great distances without making a huge investment in weaponry. Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for weaponry

Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of weaponry was in 1844

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“Weaponry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/weaponry. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

Kids Definition

weaponry

noun
: weapons as a whole

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