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armor

/ˈɑː.mə/ /ˈɑːɹ.mɚ/

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noun

A protective layer over a body, vehicle, or other object intended to deflect or diffuse damaging forces.

Examples :

"The knight wore heavy armor to protect himself in battle. "

material technology vehicle military war wear

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noun

A natural form of this kind of protection on an animal's body.

Examples :

"The turtle's shell is its natural armor. "

animal body biology

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noun

Metal plate, protecting a ship, military vehicle, or aircraft.

Examples :

"The battleship's thick armor protected it from enemy fire. "

material vehicle military nautical weapon war technology

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noun

A tank, or other heavy mobile assault vehicle.

Examples :

"The army's new armor is very effective at protecting soldiers in combat. "

vehicle military weapon war machine

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noun

A military formation consisting primarily of tanks or other armoured fighting vehicles, collectively.

Examples :

"The army's armor, composed mostly of modern tanks, moved quickly to secure the supply lines. "

military vehicle weapon war

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noun

The naturally occurring surface of pebbles, rocks or boulders that line the bed of a waterway or beach and provide protection against erosion.

Examples :

"The river's strong current eroded the bank, but the armor of smooth stones protected the foundation of the bridge. "

geology environment nature

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verb

To equip something with armor or a protective coating or hardening.

Examples :

"The firefighters armored the rescue truck with special plates to protect it from flying debris. "

military weapon wear

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To provide something with an analogous form of protection.

Examples :

"The company armored its new product with a strong, clear warranty to protect customers from unexpected costs. "

military technology material