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unarmoured

/ʌnˈɑː.məd/

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adjective

/ʌnˈɑː.məd/C1formalbritish
  • ruОписывает человека, транспортное средство или судно, не защищённое бронёй.

Describes a person, vehicle, or vessel that is not protected by armor.

  1. Without protective covering (animals)C1formal

    Describes animals that lack a natural protective covering such as a shell, scales, or thick skin.

    ruБез защитного покрова

    • The unarmoured caterpillar was vulnerable to predators.
    • Many unarmoured marine creatures rely on camouflage for protection.
    • Unlike turtles, this species is completely unarmoured.

    Synonymsbareexposednakeduncoveredunprotected

    Antonymsarmoredarmoured

  2. Without protective armor (military)C1formal

    Describes persons or military equipment that lack protective armor, making them more vulnerable to attack.

    ruНебронированный

    • The unarmoured soldiers advanced cautiously across the open field.
    • Unarmoured vehicles are not suitable for combat zones.
    • The troops were left unarmoured during the surprise assault.

    Synonymsdefenselessexposedunguardedunprotectedunshieldedvulnerable

    Antonymsarmoredarmoured

Forms
  • more unarmoured comparative form
  • most unarmoured superlative form