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Weapon

WEH-puhn

/ˈwɛpʌn/

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weapon

Dictionary meaning

Any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting.

Examples

  • I am licensed to carry a weapon.
  • They used all their conversational weapons.

Synonyms: arm

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