Antipersonnel

/ˌæn.tiˈpɜr.sə.nəl/ adjective

Definition

Designed or intended to harm or kill people directly, rather than destroy equipment or structures, especially referring to certain weapons or military devices.

Etymology

Formed from 'anti-' (against) and 'personnel,' used in military terminology from the 20th century to distinguish weapons targeting people from those targeting objects.

Kelly Says

Antipersonnel mines are one of the cruelest weapons ever invented—they're designed specifically to harm individuals rather than win strategic victories, which is why over 160 countries have banned them.

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