heavy weapons

noun

Pronunciation: ˈhɛvi ˈwɛpənz

Definition

Large, powerful military armaments that generally require a crew or a vehicle to operate and transport, rather than being carried by a single soldier.

Examples

• The treaty strictly limits the deployment of heavy weapons near the border.

• The rebel forces were poorly equipped and lacked access to heavy weapons.

• Modern tanks and mobile missile launchers are classified as heavy weapons.

Synonyms of heavy weapons

Words with a similar meaning to heavy weapons:

• artillery
• ordnance
• armaments

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