WordUpWordupPerson

Ammunition

usgb/ˌæmjəˈnɪʃn/Volume
Left Definition 1 of 2Right
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Objects

Ammunition refers to physical items used with weapons, not the weapons themselves.

Illustration for Physical Objects
The gun was ready, but they needed to find ammunition.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Variety of Forms

Ammunition comes in different forms like bullets, shells, or cartridges, specific to the weapon.

Illustration for Variety of Forms
For the shotgun, you need to buy shotgun shells, not rifle ammunition.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Not Always Bullets

Not all ammunition is in bullet form; it includes any projectile fired from a weapon.

Illustration for Not Always Bullets
The tanks were loaded with cannon ammunition.
Word comparison image

Compare with

ArmamentBulletCartridgeFirepowerMunitionOrdnanceProjectileRoundShellShoot
Visual representation of the word "Ammunition"

Never forget "Ammunition"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

App Store IconGoogle Play Store IconMicrosoft Store IconHuawei Store Icon
Left
Right,
Left
Right,
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension