armour


Definition: Meaning of, armour in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈɑːmə /

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  1. metal or leather clothing that protects your body, worn by soldiers in battles in past times
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  2. a strong metal layer that protects military vehicles
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  3. a strong layer or shell that protects some plants and animals
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armour used in phrases

  • armour plate (noun)
    1. specially hardened steel plate used to protect fortifications or vehicles from enemy fire
  • armour plating (noun)
    1. specially hardened steel plate used to protect fortifications or vehicles from enemy fire
  • armour-bearer (noun)
    1. a squire carrying the armor of a knight
  • armour-clad (adjective)
    1. covered with heavy steel
  • armour-plated (adjective)
    1. something, especially a vehicle, that is armour-plated has an outer metal layer to protect it
  • body armour (noun)
    1. clothing worn by the police that protects them against bullets
  • chain armour (noun)
    1. Middle Ages flexible armour made of interlinked metal rings
  • plate armour (noun)
    1. specially hardened steel plate used to protect fortifications or vehicles from enemy fire
  • ring armour (noun)
    1. Middle Ages flexible armour made of interlinked metal rings
  • suit of armour (noun)
    1. armour that protects the wearer's whole body
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