Meaning of the word ordnance in English

What does ordnance mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ordnance

US /ˈɔːrd.d.nəns/
UK /ˈɔː.d.nəns/

Noun

1.

mounted guns, artillery, and other large weapons

Example:
The army used heavy ordnance in the battle.
The museum has a collection of antique ordnance.
2.

military weapons and ammunition

Example:
The ship was loaded with ordnance for the mission.
They discovered unexploded ordnance in the field.