weaponry

American  

[wep-uhn-ree] / ˈwɛp ən ri /

noun

1. weapons or weaponlike instruments collectively.

2. the invention and production of weapons.

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weaponry British  

/ ˈwɛpənrɪ /

noun

1. weapons regarded collectively

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Etymology

Origin of weaponry

First recorded in 1835–45; weapon + -ry

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Example Sentences

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weaponry

"We have not observed any signs that North Korea is deploying new types of weaponry," Jang Do-young, spokesperson for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told reporters.

From Barron's ● Oct. 22, 2026

But the Houthis also operate as part of a network of Iran-backed regional militias that share know-how, weaponry, personnel and goals.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026

Another way he adapted the game was in the progression of weaponry available for the hero.

From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026

Such weaponry already exists on Earth and can disrupt satellite communications, he said.

From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026

He had been getting better at wielding weaponry, and had even drawn forth mild admissions of approval from Goddard.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman

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