Armamentarium

/ˌɑːrməmənˈtɛriəm/ noun

Definition

A complete collection of equipment, weapons, or resources available for a specific purpose, especially in medicine or military contexts.

Etymology

Latin word meaning 'armory' or 'arsenal,' from 'armamenta' (weapons). It entered English in the 17th century and is still used primarily in specialized fields like medicine and science.

Kelly Says

A surgeon's armamentarium includes scalpels, retractors, and sophisticated instruments—literally a modern-day arsenal for fighting disease inside the human body!

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