weapon system

British  

noun

1. military a weapon and the components necessary to its proper function, such as targeting and guidance devices

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Example Sentences

The two-seater plane, which is operated by a pilot and weapon system officer, can attack ground targets and other aircraft.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Tuesday night’s routine test of the missile was scheduled years in advance and will be used to verify the effectiveness, readiness and accuracy of the weapon system, according to the Air Force.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2025

The DragonFire weapon system is the result of a £100m joint investment by the MoD and industry.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2024

The expensive F-35 weapon system is seen by many lawmakers, including Tester, as crucial to keeping a fighting edge over potential adversaries.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 23, 2023

That, however, was no longer his objective—worked against the faith-and-worship weapon system, in fact.

From The Alembic Plot A Terran Empire novel by Wilson, Ann