armor and weapons; military affairs; soldiers
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesnoun
armor and weapons; arms and armaments
literaryA classical term referring to military hardware. Often used in a general sense for all weaponry and protective gear.
Armor and weapons stood like a forest at the border of the two countries.
The armory contains sufficient armor and weapons to defend against the enemy.
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If a state does not maintain its arms and armaments, how can it become strong?
noun
military affairs; warfare; martial preparations
literaryMetonymy, extending from the concrete weapons to the abstract concept of military readiness or warfare.
The king was skilled at strengthening military affairs to protect the state.
Cease warfare and allow the people to recuperate.
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The essay discusses the principles of state governance and military affairs.
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soldiers; armored troops; warriors
literaryRefers specifically to soldiers equipped with armor and weapons.
The armored soldiers at the front of the formation were awe-inspiring.
He led thirty thousand armored troops, fighting battles north and south.
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The soldiers inside the city were under strict guard.