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firepower

/ˈfaɪəˌpaʊə/

/ˈfaɪrˌpaʊər/

Translations

firepoweradjective

/ˈfaɪəˌpaʊə/

/ˈfaɪrˌpaʊər/

Used attributively before a noun, e.g. "firepower demonstration".

firepowernoun

firepowers

огневая мощь

The army increased its firepower with new artillery.

Армия увеличила свою огневую мощь с помощью новой артиллерии.

The ship's firepower was unmatched in the naval fleet.

Вооружение корабля не имело равных в военно-морском флоте.

Synonyms

military strength

combat capability

fire strength

firepoweradjective

Relating to or involving firepower; used before another noun to denote demonstrations, capability, advantage, etc.

The army staged a firepower demonstration for foreign observers.

firepowernoun

The capacity of a military force to deliver effective fire on a target.

The army's firepower was significantly enhanced with the addition of new artillery units.

The ability to deliver a large amount of fire or shots in a short period of time, often used in reference to firearms or weaponry.

The new machine gun has incredible firepower, capable of firing hundreds of rounds per minute.

The strength or effectiveness of a person or group in a competitive situation, often used metaphorically.

The team has the firepower to win the championship with their star players leading the way.