armature
|ar-ma-ture|
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/ˈɑɹmətʃɚ/
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/ˈɑːmətʃə/
supporting framework
Etymology
'armature' originates from French, specifically the word 'armature', which ultimately comes from Latin 'armatura' (from 'armare' meaning 'to arm' or 'to equip').
'armatura' in Latin passed into Old French as 'armature' and was borrowed into English as 'armature' with meanings related to equipment or fitting; later technical senses (framework, electrical component) developed.
Initially, it meant 'equipment' or 'armoring/rigging'; over time it evolved into specialized senses such as 'supporting framework' in art and 'the current-carrying part' in electrical machines.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the rotating coil or conductor in an electric motor or generator through which current flows; the part that interacts with the magnetic field to produce motion or induced voltage.
The armature in the motor overheated after prolonged use and needed repair.
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Noun 2
a supportive framework or internal skeleton used by sculptors, model makers, or puppet builders to give shape and strength to a sculpture or figure.
She built a wire armature before applying clay to sculpt the figure.
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Noun 3
a metal framework or structure used as reinforcement in various manufacturing or construction contexts (e.g., in casting or concrete work).
The foundry fitted an armature inside the mold to ensure the casting maintained its shape.
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Last updated: 2025/10/16 01:46