👉 A "weapon" generally refers to any object capable of causing harm or injury when used as a tool for combat, self-defense, or other aggressive purposes. In the context of modern military and law enforcement, weapons encompass a wide range of devices, from firearms like rifles and pistols to non-lethal options such as tasers and pepper spray, designed to incapacitate or deter threats. However, the term can also extend metaphorically to describe any means of exerting force or control in a non-violent sense, though this usage is less common and more abstract.
