unarmoured

• Décrit une personne, un véhicule ou un navire qui n'est pas protégé par une armure ou un blindage.

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.

   Non cuirassé (animaux)

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

   Synonymesbareexposednakeduncoveredunprotected

   Antonymesarmoredarmoured

2. Without protective armor (military)C1formal

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

   non blindé

   • 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.

   Synonymesdefenselessexposedunguardedunprotectedunshieldedvulnerable

   Antonymesarmoredarmoured