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ar·ma·ture
 armature
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- pronunciation:
- ar
m
chr
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a coil-wrapped iron core that rotates in a magnetic field to induce electrical current in a generator, or that produces motion in an electrical motor when current is passed through it.
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| definition 2: |
armor.
- similar words:
- armor
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| definition 3: |
any part of an organism that provides its defense or offense, esp. an armor-like covering.
the porcupine's spiky armature- similar words:
- armor
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| definition 4: |
in sculpture, a framework providing a core for modeling materials such as wax, clay, and plaster.
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| related words: |
mail |
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