🗡️Weapon

noun
/ˈwep.ən/

Meaning

a thing designed or used for inflicting bodily harm or physical damage
a thing designed or used for inflicting harm or damage

Example Sentences

The police found a dangerous weapon at the crime scene.

He carried a weapon for self-defense.

Synonyms

arm, armament, firearm, tool of violence, tool, instrument, device
Entry 1
arm, armament, firearm, tool of violence
Entry 2
arm, tool, instrument, device

Antonyms

shield, protection, defense, peace, harmony
Entry 1
shield, protection, defense, peace
Entry 2
peace, harmony, defense

Collocations

deadly weapon, nuclear weapon, weapon of mass destruction, concealed weapon, carry a weapon, use a weapon, weapon of choice
Entry 1
deadly weapon, nuclear weapon, weapon of mass destruction, concealed weapon
Entry 2
carry a weapon, use a weapon, weapon of choice

More Example Sentences

I believe critical thinking is the best weapon against misinformation.

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