Definition

The study or collection of weapons, including their design and production.

Example

The military invested in advanced weaponry to enhance their defense capabilities.

Conversation

Did you read that article about ancient weaponry?

Yeah, it was fascinating how they crafted those tools.

I never realized how much thought went into their weaponry designs.

Absolutely! It's amazing to see the evolution over time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Weaponry → It is formed from "weapon" (from Old English *wǣpen*, meaning instrument of attack or defense) and "-ry" (a suffix denoting a collection or state). The word "weaponry" refers to a collection or system of weapons.

Memory Tip

Think of 'weapons' as instruments of attack and '-ry' indicating a collection, so weaponry means a collection of weapons.

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