Used attributively before another noun to denote something relating to, containing, or designed for ammunition (e.g., ammunition dump, ammunition truck).

Definitions

ammunitionnoun

Projectiles and explosive charges—such as bullets, shells, bombs, or missiles—collectively, together with the materials needed to fire or detonate them.

After the third day of fighting, the platoon was completely out of ammunition.

Considerations that can be used to support one's case in debate.

The new evidence provided the lawyer with plenty of ammunition for the trial.

ammunitionadjective

Relating to, intended for, or containing ammunition (used only before a noun).

The army built a new ammunition depot near the border.