ammunition (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæm.jʊˈnɪʃ.ən/

Definition

Projectiles and explosive charges (such as bullets, shells, and grenades) that are used in weapons.

Examples

• The police found a large cache of illegal ammunition.

• The army's supply of ammunition was running low.

• He loaded the gun with fresh ammunition.

How to Use ammunition

ammunition for (prepositional phrase)

Specifies the type of weapon or purpose the ammunition is intended for. — "This type of ammunition is designed for use in sniper rifles."

ammunition dump (collocation)

A place where ammunition is stored. — "The enemy targeted the ammunition dump to cripple their forces."

Synonyms of ammunition

Words with a similar meaning to ammunition:

• munitions
• ordnance
• projectiles
• bullets

Antonyms of ammunition

Words with the opposite meaning to ammunition:

• disarmament
• peace

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