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Definition of ammo

ammo

/ˈæm.oʊ/
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• noun

1

A supply or quantity of bullets, shells, and other projectiles fired from weapons; an informal shortening of ammunition.

Example

"The historical museum exhibit displayed vintage crates used to transport supplies and ammo during the war."

2

Facts, arguments, or information that can be used to support one's position or criticize an opponent in a debate or dispute.

Example

"The newly released audit report gave the opposition plenty of ammo for the upcoming parliamentary debate."

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• Rhymes for ammo

• Nearby Words

amman
ammani
ammeter
ammo
ammonia
ammonite
ammunition

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century (around World War I) as an informal clipped form of 'ammunition' with an added '-o' suffix.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ammo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ammo
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