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armour

The word “armour” has 2 syllables: ar-mour

It's pronounced as /ˈɑː.mər/

What is synonym and antonym for armour?

In the thesaurus, “armour” has 8 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for armour along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for armour

  • armor
  • body armor
  • chainmail
  • mail
  • plate
  • protective gear
  • shell
  • shielding

Antonyms for armour

Meanings of armour

  • noun
    1. A protective layer over a body, vehicle, or other object intended to deflect or diffuse damaging forces.
    2. A natural form of this kind of protection on an animal's body.
    3. Metal plate, protecting a ship, military vehicle, or aircraft.
    4. A tank, or other heavy mobile assault vehicle.
    5. A military formation consisting primarily of tanks or other armoured fighting vehicles, collectively.
    6. The naturally occurring surface of pebbles, rocks or boulders that line the bed of a waterway or beach and provide protection against erosion.
  • verb
    1. To equip something with armour or a protective coating or hardening.
    2. To provide something with an analogous form of protection.

Example Sentences

  • The medieval knight's armour was made of steel plates.
  • Soldiers wore armour to protect themselves during battle.
  • The museum has an extensive collection of historical armour.
  • The shiny armour reflected the sunlight on the battlefield.
  • He spent hours polishing his armour before the tournament.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to armour, such as: armor, body armor, chainmail, defenselessness, exposure, fragility, mail.

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