Munition is an old or formal word connected with militaryrelated to armies, soldiers, and warfare equipmenttools, gear, or other items needed for a particular purpose and suppliesmaterials or goods provided for use, especially in a shortage or campaign. As a noun, it can mean military supplies or weapons in general. It can also be used as a verb meaning to supply with weapons, though that use is rare today.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /myoo-NISH-ən/
Easy pronunciation: myoo-NISH-ən (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the second syllable: NISH.
Noun; primary sense is military supplies.
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Munition Meaning
supplies used by the military, especially weapons and ammunition
Part of speech: noun
Definition: military supplies
Example: The convoy carried munition to the front lines.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- ordnance — A close match for military supplies, especially weapons and ammunition.
- ordnance store — A more specific military term; works in formal or historical contexts.
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Other Meanings of Munition
Meaning 2
weapons as a group
Part of speech: noun
Definition: weapons considered collectively
Example: The ship was loaded with munition for the expedition.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- arms — Works well when referring to weapons collectively.
- weaponry — A natural general word for the weapons a side has.
- weapons system — A broader modern military term; not always interchangeable.
- implements of war — Formal and old-fashioned, but can fit this sense.
Meaning 3
a defensive wall or earthwork around a fort
Part of speech: noun
Definition: defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it
Example: The castle was protected by thick munition.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- fortification — A direct match for a defensive structure.
Meaning 4
to provide with weapons
Part of speech: verb
Definition: supply with weapons
Example: The rebels were munitioned by foreign allies.
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Munition Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- ordnance
- arms
- weaponry
defensive structure around a stronghold
- fortification
weapons considered collectively
- arms
- weaponry
- weapons system
- implements of war
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse munition with ammunition. Ammunition is the more common word for bullets, shells, and similar projectiles.
- Munition is often used in formal, historical, or military contexts, so it may sound unusual in everyday conversation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does munition mean?
Munition most often means military supplies, especially weapons and ammunition. It can also mean weapons considered as a group, and in rare use it can mean to supply with weapons.
What are the synonyms of munition?
For the military-supplies sense, good synonyms include ordnance. For the weapons-as-a-group sense, arms and weaponry work well. Fortification fits the defensive-structure sense.
Is munition the same as ammunition?
Not exactly. Ammunition is the everyday word for bullets, shells, and other projectiles. Munition is broader, older, and more formal.
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