armor

US /ˈɑːr.mɚ/
UK /ˈɑːr.mɚ/
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1.

protective covering, especially for the body, used in combat or warfare

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The knight wore a full suit of armor into battle.
Modern tanks are protected by thick steel armor.
2.

the tough, protective outer layer of an animal, plant, or other organism

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The turtle's shell provides natural armor.
Some fish have bony plates that act as armor.
1.

to provide with a protective covering

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They decided to armor the vehicle with extra steel plates.
The soldiers were trained to armor themselves against psychological attacks.