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weaponry

American  
[wep-uhn-ree] / ˈwɛp ən ri /

noun

  1. weapons or weaponlike instruments collectively.

  2. the invention and production of weapons.

weaponry British  
/ ˈwɛpənrɪ /

noun

  1. weapons regarded collectively

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Etymology

Origin of weaponry

First recorded in 1835–45; weapon + -ry

Example Sentences

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The United States is a lot more than deadly weaponry and ill-fated military interventions.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

"We were extra excited because Arkaim is linked to the Sintashta culture, which is known for early horse riding, impressive bronze weaponry and substantial geneflow into Central Asia."

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

California-based Anduril builds artificial-intelligence-powered hardware and software for autonomous weaponry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

It noted that the RDF had "provided direct operational support to M23 and its affiliates", including advanced weaponry such as GPS jamming systems, air defence equipment and drones.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

To win the Cherokees to their side, British authorities provided weaponry and money, while separatist representatives threatened the towns with complete destruction if they did not remain neutral.

From "An Indigenous People’s History of the United States" by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz

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