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weapon system

British

noun

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

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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

Singh signed a historic deal with the US in 2008 to end India's nuclear isolation after its 1998 testing of the weapon system.

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2024

The four then start preparing a briefing on the Taurus weapon system for Pistorius, seeking to coordinate their messages and agreeing to prepare some slides to better visualize the situation.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2024

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

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