[ˈɑːmə], (Noun)

Definitions:
- the metal coverings formerly worn to protect the body in battle
(e.g: knights in armour)

- the tough metal layer covering a military vehicle or ship to defend it from attack

- the protective layer or shell of some animals and plants

- a person's emotional, social, or other defences
(e.g: his armour of self-confidence)


Phrases:

Origin:
Middle English: from Old French armure, from Latin armatura, from armare ‘to arm’ (see arm)

[ˈɑːmə], (Verb)

Definitions:
- provide (someone) with emotional, social, or other defences
(e.g: the knowledge armoured him against her)


Phrases:

Origin:
Middle English: from Old French armure, from Latin armatura, from armare ‘to arm’ (see arm)