armor
Translation
armour
Examples
The knight wore a suit of armor.
The knight wore a suit of armour.
The tank has heavy steel armor.
The tank has heavy steel armour.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a protective covering The knight wore a suit of armor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: protection, shield, covering. Note: The standard British spelling is 'armour'.
Etymology
From Old French `armure`, from Latin `armatura` 'arms, equipment', from `armare` 'to arm'.
Memory Tips
Imagine an 'armored' vehicle. This is the American spelling, similar to how 'color' is used instead of 'colour'.