weapon
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weapons
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weapons
Britannica Dictionary definition of WEAPON
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something (such as a gun, knife, club, or bomb) that is used for fighting or attacking someone or for defending yourself when someone is attacking you
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assault with a deadly weapon
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a concealed weapon
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chemical/biological weapons [=weapons that use dangerous chemicals, germs, etc.]
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weapons of mass destruction [=weapons that can destroy entire cities, regions, etc.]
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The police never found the murder weapon. [=the weapon used to commit murder]
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something (such as a skill, idea, or tool) that is used to win a contest or achieve something
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The pitcher's slider is his most effective weapon.
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a new weapon in the fight against cancer
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The mayor's campaign unleashed its secret weapon.
