From the Latin expression para bellum: '(Intended) For War'

This word is often found as part of the model name on some types of ammunition to indicate the intended usage.

Parabellum ammunitions are commonly fully jacketed (in accordance with the Hague convention) and moderately powered.

The most well-known type of parabellum ammunition is the 9 mm variety.

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