n.
- the metal coverings formerly worn by soldiers to protect the body in battle.
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(also armour plate)
the tough metal layer covering a military vehicle or ship.
▸military vehicles collectively.
- the protective layer or shell of some animals and plants.
Derivative
- armoured adj.
- armour-plated adj.
Etymology
ME: from OFr. armure, from L. armatura, from armare (see arm2).
