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
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The army used heavy ordnance in the battle.
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The museum has a collection of antique ordnance.
2.
military weapons and ammunition
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The ship was loaded with ordnance for the mission.
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They discovered unexploded ordnance in the field.