French Conversation · Level 89
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French word
armement
Pronunciation
IPA/aʁməmɑ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nounarms
Example
Le contrôle de l'armement est important pour la paix.
Arms control is important for peace.
More examples
La vente illégale d'armement alimente les conflits.
The illegal sale of weapons fuels conflicts.
Core concept
A state's or army's organized military capability, from its weapons and equipment to the work of supplying and updating them.
Common phrases
contrôle de l'armement
armament control
industrie de l'armement
military arms industry
vente d'armement
weapons sales
Similar words
arme: A single weapon used in combat, such as a firearm, gun, or blade.
munition: Ammunition, shells, and explosive charges used by guns or artillery.
armée: The organized military forces of a nation, including its land, naval, and air units.
Definition in French
Désigne à la fois l'arsenal d'un État ou d'une armée (armes et équipements) et le processus d'approvisionnement ou de modernisation de ce matériel.
Word origin
French armement derives from the verb armer with the suffix -ment, while armer comes from Latin arma, meaning weapons or equipment for war.
Usage tips
- Armement is a masculine noun, so standard forms include l'armement, un armement, and les armements.