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Rearming: meaning, definitions and examples

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rearming

 

[ riːˈɑːrmɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military context

Rearming refers to the process of equipping military forces with new weapons or ammunition. It is an essential step to ensure combat readiness and to maintain a strategic advantage. This term is often used in discussions about military logistics and operations. Effective rearming can significantly influence the outcome of military engagements.

Synonyms

re-equip, reload, resupply

Examples of usage

  • The troops were rearming after the last conflict.
  • Rearming initiatives are underway to prepare for potential threats.
  • The country is focusing on rearming its defense forces.

Translations

Translations of the word "rearming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rearmamento

🇮🇳 पुनः सुसज्जित करना

🇩🇪 Neuausrüstung

🇮🇩 perlengkapan ulang

🇺🇦 перевооруження

🇵🇱 przegrupowanie

🇯🇵 再武装

🇫🇷 réarmement

🇪🇸 rearme

🇹🇷 yeniden silahlandırma

🇰🇷 재무장

🇸🇦 إعادة تسليح

🇨🇿 přezbrojení

🇸🇰 prezbrojenie

🇨🇳 重新装备

🇸🇮 ponovno oboroževanje

🇮🇸 endurskipulagning

🇰🇿 қайта қаруландыру

🇬🇪 ახალი აღჭურვა

🇦🇿 yenidən silahlanma

🇲🇽 rearme

Etymology

The term 'rearming' is derived from the prefix 're-', which indicates a repetition or return to a previous state, combined with the verb 'arm,' which originates from the Old French 'armer' meaning to equip or furnish with weapons. The concept dates back to ancient military practices where armies would frequently need to resupply or re-equip to maintain their fighting capability. The practice of rearming has evolved with technological advancements in weaponry, leading to more strategic and efficient means of supplying military forces. In modern times, it encompasses not only the acquisition of new weapons but also the maintenance and upgrade of existing arsenals, making it a critical aspect of national security and military strategy.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,094, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.