Meaning of the word ammunition in English

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ammunition

US /ˌæm.jəˈnɪʃ.ən/

UK /ˌæm.jəˈnɪʃ.ən/

a supply of bullets, shells, etc., kept for firing from guns or other weapons

Example:

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The soldiers ran out of ammunition during the battle.

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They loaded the rifle with fresh ammunition.

Synonym:

bullets shells cartridges rounds shot

information or arguments that can be used to attack or defend a position in a debate or discussion

Example:

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The lawyer gathered all the necessary ammunition for the trial.

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His past mistakes provided his opponents with plenty of ammunition.

Synonym:

arguments evidence proof data facts

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