adj
Uncommon
armored
AH-muhd
Armored (adj) means Fitted or covered with a protective layer of armor. Example: “An armored car pulled up outside the bank to collect the cash.”
adj
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Fitted or covered with a protective layer of armor.
"An armored car pulled up outside the bank to collect the cash."
"The soldiers wore armored vests under their uniforms."
"The museum displays an armored knight on horseback near the entrance."
How to use armored
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishProtected by a layer of armor — used for vehicles, vests, and similar equipment.
UK vs US
American spelling; the British form is "armoured".
Common pairings
armored car
armored vehicle
armored division
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more armored
- Superlative
- most armored
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An _____ car pulled up outside the bank to collect the cash.
Synonyms
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nonarmored
unarmored
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Rhymes for armored
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What does “armored” mean?
The word “armored” means fitted or covered with a protective layer of armor. In plain terms, protected by a layer of armor — used for vehicles, vests, and similar equipment.
How do you pronounce “armored”?
“Armored” is pronounced AH-muhd (/ˈɑɹmɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “armored” in a sentence?
Here is “armored” used in a sentence: “An armored car pulled up outside the bank to collect the cash.”
What is the opposite of “armored”?
The opposite of “armored” — its antonyms — are nonarmored and unarmored.
What part of speech is “armored”?
“Armored” is an adjective.
Is “armored” a common word?
“Armored” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between armored and armed?
Armored describes something fitted or covered with a protective layer of armor, focusing on defensive protection. Armed describes something equipped with weapons, focusing on offensive capability. A vehicle can be armored without being armed, or armed without being armored, since the two describe different features.
What are common examples of armored vehicles?
Armored vehicles are those fitted or covered with a protective layer of armor, so common examples include military tanks, armored cars used for cash transport, and personnel carriers. The defining feature in each case is the protective armor layer rather than the vehicle's purpose.
Is armored spelled differently in British English?
Yes, British English typically uses the spelling 'armoured' with an extra 'u,' while American English uses 'armored.' Both spellings describe something fitted or covered with a protective layer of armor.
