Firepower

Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪərˌpaʊər/

Definitions of firepower

noun the capacity or ability to deliver a large amount of firepower, typically in the form of weapons or ammunition

Example Sentences

A1 The soldiers used their firepower to defeat the enemy.

A2 The police had to call for backup with more firepower.

B1 The military's new tanks have increased firepower capabilities.

B2 The navy ships were equipped with advanced firepower systems.

C1 The country's military has one of the most powerful firepower in the world.

C2 The firepower of the artillery units was crucial in winning the battle.

Examples of firepower in a Sentence

formal The military unit's firepower was unmatched in the region.

informal That new tank has some serious firepower!

slang Dang, that gun has some crazy firepower!

figurative Her words had the firepower of a loaded gun, cutting through the tension in the room.

Grammatical Forms of firepower

• plural: firepowers
• comparative: more firepower
• superlative: most firepower
• present tense: firepower
• future tense: will have firepower
• perfect tense: has had firepower
• continuous tense: is having firepower
• singular: firepower
• positive degree: firepower
• infinitive: to firepower
• gerund: firepowering
• participle: firepowered

Origin and Evolution of firepower

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'firepower' originated from military terminology, specifically referring to the amount of firepower a military unit possesses.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'firepower' has come to be used more broadly to describe the destructive capability of any weapon or military force, not just limited to firearms. It has also been adopted in non-military contexts to describe the strength or effectiveness of any force or entity.