Arms
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɑɹmz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Arms is a noun meaning Weaponry, weapons.
Meaning
Weaponry, weapons.
More Meanings
- third-person singular simple present indicative of arm
- plural of arm
- (heraldry) A visual design composed according to heraldic rules, normally displayed upon an escutcheon and sometimes accompanied by other elements of an achievement
Example Sentences
The arms of England are: gules, three lions passant gardant or.
If the Duke arms himself for war, the king will not sit by idly!
The Metropolitan Electric trams bore the three seaxes of the Middlesex arms, with a crown above the shield, on a blue circle.
Synonyms for arms
Depending on context, synonyms include blazon, munition, weaponry.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include weaponry, munition, blazon, weapon, ordnance, armament.
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