Munition

/ˌmjuːˈnɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Military weapons, ammunition, and equipment used in warfare or defense.
    The treaty restricted the importation of certain types of munition.

Commentary

In legal contexts, 'munition' typically encompasses weapons and ammunition regulated under arms control laws and treaties; use precise terms when distinguishing types of military materiel.

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