armed
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/ ɑrmd /
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adjective
having a specified number or kind of arms (often used in combination): a four-armed Hindu god; a weak-armed quarterback.
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Definition for armed (2 of 2)
armed2
[ ahrmd ]
/ ɑrmd /
adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for armed (1 of 2)
armed1
/ (ɑːmd) /
adjective
equipped with or supported by arms, armour, etc
prepared for conflict or any difficulty
(of an explosive device) prepared for use; having a fuse or detonator installed
(of plants) having the protection of thorns, spines, etc
British Dictionary definitions for armed (2 of 2)
armed2
/ (ɑːmd) /
adjective
- having an arm or arms
- (in combination)long-armed; one-armed
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