Defense Industry Jargon

noun equipment and supplies in military and commercial supply chains

• The military unit was well-equipped with the necessary materiel for their mission.
• Make sure you have all the materiel you need before heading out on your camping trip.
• I borrowed some extra materiel from my friend for the project.
• Her intellect and knowledge served as the materiel for her successful career in academia.

noun military weapons and ammunition; equipment for war

• The military base is well-stocked with various types of ordnance.
• Make sure you don't accidentally set off any of the ordnance lying around.
• I heard they're bringing in some heavy ordnance for the big operation.
• Her sharp words were like emotional ordnance, causing explosions in their relationship.