Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of weapon
"The soldiers secured their weapons before entering the building."
In plain English: Weapons are tools made to hurt or kill people and animals.
"The police discovered weapons hidden in the back of the van."
Derived from Old English wæpen, this term originally referred to any tool used for work or combat, such as an axe or hammer. It evolved in Middle English to specifically denote instruments designed for warfare and defense.