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Meaning of the word arsenal in English

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arsenal

US /ˈɑːr.sən.əl/
UK /ˈɑː.sən.əl/
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Noun

1.

a collection of weapons and military equipment stored by a country, person, or group

Example:
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The country's nuclear arsenal is a major concern for international security.
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The police discovered a large arsenal of illegal firearms.
Synonym:
armory magazine depot storehouse stockpile
2.

a place where weapons and military equipment are manufactured or stored

Example:
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The old military arsenal has been converted into a museum.
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Security is very tight at the government arsenal.
Synonym:
factory plant workshop foundry
3.

a collection or supply of anything, especially skills or resources

Example:
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The lawyer had an impressive arsenal of legal arguments.
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She has a vast arsenal of knowledge on the subject.
Synonym:
repertoire collection store supply stock
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arsenic