ordnance
ord
ˈɔ:d
awd
nance
nəns
nēns
ordinance

Definition & Meaning of "ordnance"in English

Ordnance
01

military materials such as weapons, ammunition, and equipment 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Uncountable
Plural form
ordnances
Examples
The military base had a vast storage facility for its ordnance, ensuring readiness for any potential conflicts. 
02

large but transportable weaponry used by military forces 

Examples
The museum displayed ordnance from the Civil War, including cannons and mortars. 
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