Weapons: meaning, definitions and examples
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weapons
[ หwษpษnz ]
in warfare
Weapons are objects or devices designed for use in combat or war. They can be used to attack, defend, or injure an opponent. Weapons come in various forms, including firearms, explosives, melee weapons, and more.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Weapons such as guns and bombs are commonly used in modern warfare.
- The soldier carried a variety of weapons to be prepared for any situation.
- Training with different weapons is essential for military personnel.
- Using weapons requires skill and precision.
- International treaties regulate the use of certain weapons in warfare.
Translations
Translations of the word "weapons" in other languages:
๐ต๐น armas
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคฅเคฟเคฏเคพเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Waffen
๐ฎ๐ฉ senjata
๐บ๐ฆ ะทะฑัะพั
๐ต๐ฑ broล
๐ฏ๐ต ๆญฆๅจ (ใถใ)
๐ซ๐ท armes
๐ช๐ธ armas
๐น๐ท silahlar
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฌด๊ธฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃุณูุญุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ zbranฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ zbrane
๐จ๐ณ ๆญฆๅจ (wวqรฌ)
๐ธ๐ฎ oroลพje
๐ฎ๐ธ vopn
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแฆแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ silahlar
๐ฒ๐ฝ armas
Etymology
The word 'weapons' originated from the Old English word 'wรฆฬpen', which meant 'instrument of fighting'. Throughout history, weapons have played a significant role in shaping the outcomes of battles and wars. From primitive tools like spears and bows to modern technological advancements in firearms and missiles, the evolution of weapons reflects the progression of human civilization and military strategies.
See also: bioweapon, weapon, weaponed, weaponless, weaponry.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #2,691, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.
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