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ordnance

/ɔːrdnəns/ noun · British & US
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What does ordnance mean?

noun

A collection of guns, ammunition, and other equipment used in military operations. Ordnance can also refer to a specific type of explosive device.

Example

"The military base was responsible for storing and maintaining a large amount of ordnance."

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