heavy weapon

• Arme de grande puissance et de fort calibre, conçue pour infliger des dégâts importants, généralement utilisée dans un contexte militaire comme l'artillerie, les armes à feu de gros calibre ou les explosifs.

A large, powerful weapon designed for high-impact force, typically used in military contexts such as artillery, large firearms, or explosives.

1. Large-scale military armamentB2formal

   A large, powerful weapon designed for high-impact combat, such as artillery, tanks, or missile systems.

   arme lourde

   • The army deployed heavy weapons to defend the border.
   • Heavy weapons like howitzers and rocket launchers were used in the battle.
   • The treaty restricts the use of heavy weapons in populated areas.

2. Powerful sports equipmentB2informalamerican

   In sports, a term for a powerful piece of equipment, such as a heavy bat or club, used to hit a ball with great force.

   Arme lourde (équipement sportif)

   • The golfer used a heavy weapon to drive the ball down the fairway.
   • In baseball, a heavy weapon can help hit home runs.
   • He swung his heavy weapon and sent the ball flying over the fence.