Weapon
noun
An object used to harm or kill people or animals, or to destroy something.
He was convicted of carrying a deadly weapon.
Often appears as...
- nuclear weapon
- biological weapon
noun
A thing or person used or used up in order to achieve an objective.
Propaganda was a potent weapon in the war of ideas.
Often appears as...
- weaponize information
- weapon of choice
verb
To supply someone with a weapon or weapons.
The country's military has been heavily weaponized in recent years.
Often appears as...
- weaponize a drone
- weaponize technology
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A means of gaining an advantage in a contest or dispute.
His book will be a weapon in his crusade against corruption.
Often appears as...
- weaponize knowledge
- weaponize a skill
noun
An object used to harm or kill people or animals, or to destroy something.
He was convicted of carrying a deadly weapon.
Often appears as...
- nuclear weapon
- biological weapon
noun
A thing or person used or used up in order to achieve an objective.
Propaganda was a potent weapon in the war of ideas.
Often appears as...
- weaponize information
- weapon of choice
verb
To supply someone with a weapon or weapons.
The country's military has been heavily weaponized in recent years.
Often appears as...
- weaponize a drone
- weaponize technology
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A means of gaining an advantage in a contest or dispute.
His book will be a weapon in his crusade against corruption.
Often appears as...
- weaponize knowledge
- weaponize a skill
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Emotional Impact
'Weapon' can evoke strong emotions; be mindful of the audience.
The news about weapon usage in the protest shocked the community.
Pro Tip 2/2Historical Relevance
Different weapons are associated with different periods in history.
Medieval knights wielded swords as their primary weapons.
Pro Tip 1/2Emotional Impact
'Weapon' can evoke strong emotions; be mindful of the audience.
The news about weapon usage in the protest shocked the community.
Pro Tip 2/2Historical Relevance
Different weapons are associated with different periods in history.
Medieval knights wielded swords as their primary weapons.
Pro Tip 1/2Emotional Impact
'Weapon' can evoke strong emotions; be mindful of the audience.
The news about weapon usage in the protest shocked the community.
Pro Tip 2/2Historical Relevance
Different weapons are associated with different periods in history.
Medieval knights wielded swords as their primary weapons.
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How does a jellyfish...
Nudibranchs, which are sea slugs covered in protective slime, can actually steal the jelly's defenses by eating the cnidocytes and transferring them to specialized sacks for later use, as weapons against their own predators. Even humans might benefit from the sting of a jellyfish one day.
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The deadly irony of...
From there, engineers and military inventors created all kinds of destructive weapons. From bombs to guns to cannons, gunpowder left its mark on the world in some pretty terrible ways, in contrast to the beautiful marks it can leave in the air. So, how does black powder propel
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The deadly legacy of...
Ten years ago, I had no clue what a cluster bomb was, nor its horrifying implications. I learned that this indiscriminate weapon was used in so many parts of the world and continues to kill on a regular basis, without distinguishing between a military target
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How stress affects your...
It's not all bad news, though. There are many ways to reverse what cortisol does to your stressed brain. The most powerful weapons are exercise and meditation, which involves breathing deeply and being aware and focused on your surroundings.
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Concrete "Bomb" PIPE I...
which is roughly equivalent to a medium-sized real-life weapon now this red car is gonna be the central target Johnny's gone to get another car to the side that's his car Johnny Johnny that's your car it certainly is mate what are you doing
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Bruce Bueno de Mesquita...
Alright, lets turn to Iran. Let me make three important predictions -- you can check this out, time will tell. What is Iran going to do about its nuclear weapons program? How secure is the theocratic regime in Iran? What's its future?
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What game theory teaches...
states had nuclear weapons to end all life there was an ideological tension one was an exporter of democracy and capitalism the other one is an exporter of soviet-style communism and there was
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Top 5 Tiger Moments PIPE...
the deep cover allows her to move faster than usual she changes tack her best weapon is surprise she could be anywhere
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Best Tiger Cub Moments...
the deep cover allows her to move faster than usual she changes tack her best weapon is surprise she could be anywhere
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When Two Tribes Collide...
in a world where humans hunt to survive food and weapons would be the first things worth trading
Video examples
How does a jellyfish...
Nudibranchs, which are sea slugs covered in protective slime, can actually steal the jelly's defenses by eating the cnidocytes and transferring them to specialized sacks for later use, as weapons against their own predators. Even humans might benefit from the sting of a jellyfish one day.
Video examples
The deadly irony of...
From there, engineers and military inventors created all kinds of destructive weapons. From bombs to guns to cannons, gunpowder left its mark on the world in some pretty terrible ways, in contrast to the beautiful marks it can leave in the air. So, how does black powder propel
Video examples
The deadly legacy of...
Ten years ago, I had no clue what a cluster bomb was, nor its horrifying implications. I learned that this indiscriminate weapon was used in so many parts of the world and continues to kill on a regular basis, without distinguishing between a military target
Video examples
How stress affects your...
It's not all bad news, though. There are many ways to reverse what cortisol does to your stressed brain. The most powerful weapons are exercise and meditation, which involves breathing deeply and being aware and focused on your surroundings.
Video examples
Concrete "Bomb" PIPE I...
which is roughly equivalent to a medium-sized real-life weapon now this red car is gonna be the central target Johnny's gone to get another car to the side that's his car Johnny Johnny that's your car it certainly is mate what are you doing
Video examples
Bruce Bueno de Mesquita...
Alright, lets turn to Iran. Let me make three important predictions -- you can check this out, time will tell. What is Iran going to do about its nuclear weapons program? How secure is the theocratic regime in Iran? What's its future?
Video examples
What game theory teaches...
states had nuclear weapons to end all life there was an ideological tension one was an exporter of democracy and capitalism the other one is an exporter of soviet-style communism and there was
Video examples
Top 5 Tiger Moments PIPE...
the deep cover allows her to move faster than usual she changes tack her best weapon is surprise she could be anywhere
Video examples
Best Tiger Cub Moments...
the deep cover allows her to move faster than usual she changes tack her best weapon is surprise she could be anywhere
Video examples
When Two Tribes Collide...
in a world where humans hunt to survive food and weapons would be the first things worth trading
Example 1 of 10
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Rory MacDonald
I like knees to the head on the ground, kicks to the head on the ground, headbutts. I think those are all really good tools for human body weapons. I think those are important.
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Taylor Swift
American Singer
I've never thought about songwriting as a weapon. I've only thought about it as a way to help me get through love and loss and sadness and loneliness and growing up.
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Fabricio Werdum
Brazilian Mixed Martial Artist
My game matches with Velasquez's. I won't be afraid to kick or punch him to avoid the takedowns because the ground game is my best weapon.
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Lawrence Korb
American Public Servant
We need to stop spending money on those weapons systems that do not advance national security.
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Paul Watson
Canadian Environmentalist
The most powerful weapon in the world, as far as I'm concerned, is the camera.
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Eddie Izzard
British Comedian
Well, comedy is a great weapon of attack. It's not a great weapon of support.
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Nelson Mandela
South African Statesman
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
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Paul Tsongas
American Politician
Our only weapons in this war of your lifetime are the weapons of the mind.
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Roy Conli
American Producer
The mind is the greatest weapon in the world.
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Oriana Fallaci
Italian Journalist
My soldier weapon is the weapon of truth.
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Rory MacDonald
I like knees to the head on the ground, kicks to the head on the ground, headbutts. I think those are all really good tools for human body weapons. I think those are important.
Quote examples
Taylor Swift
American Singer
I've never thought about songwriting as a weapon. I've only thought about it as a way to help me get through love and loss and sadness and loneliness and growing up.
Quote examples
Fabricio Werdum
Brazilian Mixed Martial Artist
My game matches with Velasquez's. I won't be afraid to kick or punch him to avoid the takedowns because the ground game is my best weapon.
Quote examples
Lawrence Korb
American Public Servant
We need to stop spending money on those weapons systems that do not advance national security.
Quote examples
Paul Watson
Canadian Environmentalist
The most powerful weapon in the world, as far as I'm concerned, is the camera.
Quote examples
Eddie Izzard
British Comedian
Well, comedy is a great weapon of attack. It's not a great weapon of support.
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Nelson Mandela
South African Statesman
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
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Paul Tsongas
American Politician
Our only weapons in this war of your lifetime are the weapons of the mind.
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Roy Conli
American Producer
The mind is the greatest weapon in the world.
Quote examples
Oriana Fallaci
Italian Journalist
My soldier weapon is the weapon of truth.
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