Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ammunition
Noun
/ˌaməˈnɪʃən/
Definition
Ammunition refers to the projectiles and propellant used in firearms and artillery, including bullets, shells, and explosive devices.
Examples
- The soldier loaded his rifle with ammunition before heading into battle.
- The factory produces various types of ammunition for military and civilian use.
- They ran out of ammunition during the training exercise.
Meaning
Ammunition is the material fired, expelled, or detonated from weapons, particularly guns and artillery.
Synonyms
- Projectiles
- Shells
- Bullets
- Ordnance
