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armor

[ˈɑːmər]

armor Definition

  • 1a strong metal or leather covering worn to protect the body during fighting
  • 2a hard covering that protects something, especially an animal or a vehicle

Using armor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "armor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The knight wore a suit of armor.

  • Example

    The tank's armor was impenetrable.

  • Example

    The animal's armor protected it from predators.

  • Example

    The car's armor plating saved the passengers from harm.

armor Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with armor

  • suit of armor

    a complete set of armor worn by a medieval knight

    Example

    The museum had a display of a full suit of armor.

  • armor-piercing

    designed to penetrate armor or other hard materials

    Example

    The military used armor-piercing bullets to take out enemy tanks.

  • armor-clad

    covered with armor or protected by armor

    Example

    The armored truck was armor-clad to protect its valuable cargo.

Origins of armor

from Old French 'armure', from Latin 'armatura', meaning 'arms, equipment'

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Summary: armor in Brief

'Armor' [ˈɑːmər] refers to a strong metal or leather covering worn for protection during fighting, or a hard covering that protects something. Examples include a knight's suit of armor, a tank's armor, or an animal's protective armor. Phrases like 'armor-piercing' and 'armor-clad' denote weapons or objects designed to penetrate or be covered in armor, respectively.

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