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War and Conflict - Weapons

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weapon
weapon
[noun]

an object that can physically harm someone or something, such as a gun, bomb, knife, etc.

Ex: The soldier carried a rifle as his primary weapon during combat. 
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cannon
cannon
[noun]

a large and powerful gun that was used in the past to fire stone or metal balls

Ex: The fortress defended the city with rows of cannons lining its walls. 
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explosive
explosive
[noun]

a substance or material capable of producing an explosion

Ex: Police discovered a large quantity of explosive in the abandoned warehouse. 
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fire
fire
[noun]

the act of directing bullets, shells, or other weapons at an enemy or target

Ex: The soldiers opened fire on the enemy positions. 
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firearm
firearm
[noun]

a portable weapon that uses controlled explosions to propel a projectile through a barrel

Ex: He always carries a concealed firearm for self-defense. 
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gun
gun
[noun]

a type of weapon that can fire bullets, etc.

Ex: The sound of a gun firing echoed across the shooting range. 
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handgun
handgun
[noun]

a gun that can be used with one hand

Ex: The officer drew his handgun when he saw a potential threat. 
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mine
mine
[noun]

a piece of military equipment that is put on or just under the ground or in the sea, which explodes when it is touched

Ex: The documentary highlighted the lasting impact of mines on civilian populations. 
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missile
missile
[noun]

a self-propelled weapon launched through the air toward a target, typically carrying an explosive charge

Ex: The ship was struck by a missile during the attack. 
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rifle
rifle
[noun]

a long gun suitable for shooting a target over long distances, which is held along shoulder while aiming the target

Ex: He adjusted the scope on his rifle before taking aim at the distant target. 
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rocket
rocket
[noun]

a propulsion device with its own fuel that produces thrust through reaction forces

Ex: The rocket engine burned fuel to lift the spacecraft. 
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shield
shield
[noun]

a broad piece of armor carried on the arm to protect the body from weapons

Ex: The soldier raised his shield to block the arrow. 
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spear
spear
[noun]

a weapon with a long handle and a metal pointed tip, used for fighting and fishing in the past

Ex: The hunter used a spear to catch fish in the river. 
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sword
sword
[noun]

a weapon with a long, sharp metal blade and a handle, used for cutting or thrusting

Ex: The knight drew his sword and prepared to fight. 
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tank
tank
[noun]

a heavily armored military vehicle with tracks and a large gun, used in ground combat

Ex: The tank battalion advanced across the battlefield, providing crucial firepower support. 
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armor
armor
[noun]

a protective metal clothing used by soldiers in the past in order not to be harmed or injured during battles

Ex: The knight donned his heavy armor before heading into battle, ensuring his safety with its reinforced metal plates. 
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arms
arms
[noun]

weapons in general, especially those used by the military

Ex: The country invested heavily in modernizing its arms to enhance its military capabilities. 
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arrow
arrow
[noun]

a long, thin projectile with a pointed end that is shot from a bow

Ex: The archer placed an arrow on the bowstring and aimed at the target. 
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bomb
bomb
[noun]

an object that is designed to explode and cause destruction

Ex: The bomb exploded in the crowded market, causing widespread panic and chaos. 
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atomic bomb

a weapon that releases massive energy by splitting the nucleus of certain heavy elements

Ex: The city was destroyed by an atomic bomb during the war. 
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bow
bow
[noun]

a curved weapon with a string stretched between its ends, used for shooting arrows

Ex: Ryan learned to shoot a bow at summer camp. 
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bullet
bullet
[noun]

a small metal projectile designed to be fired from a firearm

Ex: The bullet struck the wall beside the window. 
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ammunition

bullets, shells, or other projectiles used in firearms

Ex: Soldiers checked their ammunition before the battle. 
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catapult
catapult
[noun]

a large weapon that was used in ancient times to throw stones or other objects with great force

Ex: Medieval siege engineers designed ever larger catapults capable of hurling massive projectiles to bring down fortification towers. 
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dagger
dagger
[noun]

a short weapon with a pointed blade

Ex: The assassin concealed a dagger in his cloak as he approached the target. 
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detonator
detonator
[noun]

a device or small charge used to start an explosive reaction

Ex: The engineer carefully set the detonator. 
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grenade
grenade
[noun]

a small bomb that explodes in a few seconds, can be thrown by hand or fired from a gun

Ex: The soldier pulled the pin from the grenade before tossing it towards the enemy position. 
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land mine
land mine
[noun]

an explosive hidden under the ground that goes off when disturbed

Ex: The soldiers cleared the field of land mines. 
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machine gun

a gun that automatically and rapidly fires a succession of bullets upon pressing the trigger

Ex: The soldiers used a mounted machine gun to provide covering fire during the assault. 
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pistol
pistol
[noun]

a handheld firearm typically used for personal defense or target shooting

Ex: He trained at the shooting range with his pistol. 
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revolver
revolver
[noun]

a type of pistol that has a rotating cylinder to hold multiple bullets

Ex: He carried a revolver for protection. 
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silo
silo
[noun]

an underground structure used to store and launch ballistic missiles

Ex: The army inspected the missile silo. 
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tear gas
tear gas
[noun]

a gas that irritates the eyes and causes tears, used to control or disperse crowds

Ex: Police used tear gas to break up the protest. 
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