n.
Pronunciation: ' o ̇ rd-n ə n(t)s
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English ordinaunce, from Anglo-French ordenance disposition, preparation, military provisions ― more at ORDINANCE
Date: 14th century
1 a : military supplies including weapons, ammunition, combat vehicles, and maintenance tools and equipment b : a service of the army charged with the procuring, distributing, and safekeeping of ordnance
2 : CANNON , ARTILLERY