Definition

The act of providing weapons and ammunition to prepare for a conflict or military action.

Example

The arming of the troops was completed before the scheduled operation.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new documentary on arming in conflict zones?

Yeah, I saw a trailer for it; it looked really intense.

I wonder how they address the impact of arming on civilians.

That’s a good point; I hope they provide some real insights.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To prepare or equip with weapons or military supplies.

Example

The country is arming its forces in response to the threat.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new game where players are arming their characters with special skills?

Yeah, it sounds really exciting!

I can't wait to see how they balance the arming system for different roles.

Root Explanation

Arming is derived from the verb "arm" (from Old French *armer*, meaning to equip or provide with weapons) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "arming" refers to the process of equipping or preparing with weapons.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'equipping' ('arm') someone with weapons, and the '-ing' shows that it's an ongoing process. This helps you remember that 'arming' means the act of preparing someone with arms.

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