armor

• Nom désignant une protection portée sur le corps, notamment au combat, ou une couche protectrice sur les véhicules ou les équipements.

A noun referring to protective covering worn on the body, especially in combat, or a protective layer on vehicles or equipment.

indénombrable

1. B1formal

   A protective covering worn on the body to defend against weapons or injury.

   armure (protection du corps)

   • The knight wore heavy armor into battle.
   • Medieval armor was made of metal plates.
   • The soldier's armor saved him from the arrow.

   Synonymeschain mailharnessmailpanoplyplate

2. B1formal

   A protective layer or covering on vehicles, ships, or equipment.

   blindage

   • The tank's armor was designed to withstand explosions.
   • The ship's armor protected it from enemy fire.
   • Modern vehicles use lightweight armor for better mobility.

   Synonymesarmor platingcasingplatingprotectionsheathingshielding

3. Figurative protectionB2informal

   Something that provides emotional or psychological protection.

   Armure (protection psychologique)

   • She built an armor of sarcasm to hide her vulnerability.
   • His confidence was his armor against criticism.
   • They developed an emotional armor to cope with the trauma.

   Synonymesbufferbulwarkdefenseprotectionsafeguardshellshieldwall

• Verbe désignant l'action de protéger ou de recouvrir d'une armure ou d'un blindage, généralement à des fins militaires ou défensives.

A verb used to indicate the act of providing or covering with protective covering, typically for military or defensive purposes.

1. Equip with protective coveringB2formal

   To provide or cover with a protective layer, typically metal or other strong material.

   Blinder

   • The knights armored themselves before the battle.
   • The vehicle was armored to withstand explosions.
   • They armored the building's windows against potential attacks.

   Synonymesarmor platecladcoverplateprotectreinforcesheatheshield

2. Prepare for defenseB2formal

   To prepare or strengthen oneself against potential threats or difficulties.

   Se préparer à la défense

   • She armored her heart against further disappointment.
   • The company armored its network against cyber attacks.
   • He armored himself with facts for the debate.

   Synonymesbracefortifygirdhardenprepareprotectshieldsteelstrengthen