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Ammo

Verb / ˈæˌməʊ / Another word for ammo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

ammunition, typically bullets for a gun.

Synonyms & similar words

ammunition bullets projectiles cartridges shells rounds munitions ordnance shot ammunition gunpowder powder charge explosives arms weapons firearms ordnance

Synonyms by register

Formal

ammunition ordnance munitions projectiles

Informal

bullets shells rounds shot

Literary

powder shot and shell

Antonyms

peace disarmament pacifism nonaggression ceasefire

Common collocations

  • fire the ammo
  • run out of ammo
  • stockpile ammo
  • heavy ammo
  • live ammo
  • spent ammo
  • target practice ammo

Word family

noun ammunition

Usage note

Ammo is an informal abbreviation for ammunition. It is commonly used in military and sporting contexts. Avoid using 'ammo' in very formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. The hunter carried extra ammo in his backpack.
  2. The police officer loaded his gun with ammo.
  3. The army stocked up on ammo before the battle.
  4. The gun range sells a variety of ammo types.
  5. The soldier ran out of ammo during the firefight.

Quotes

  • "The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun." - Wayne LaPierre
  • "A gun is a tool, no better or no worse than any other tool..." - Samuel Colt
  • "Happiness is a warm gun." - John Lennon

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