noun
munitions industry; war industry
Refers to the sector that produces weapons, ammunition, and military equipment.
軍需産業は戦争中に大きく成長した。
The munitions industry grew significantly during the war.
Refers specifically to the military-industrial complex, the close relationship between the military and defense contractors, while 軍需産業 is the broader munitions industry.
Compound of 軍需 (military demand/supplies) and 産業 (industry).