armories
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/ˈɑrməri/
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/ˈɑːmə.ri/
(armory)
storage of weapons
Etymology
'armory' originates from Middle English, from Old French 'armerie' or 'armurerie', ultimately from Latin 'arma' meaning 'arms, weapons'.
'armory' changed from Old French 'armerie'/'armurerie' into Middle English 'armorie' and later developed into the modern English forms 'armory' (US) and 'armoury' (UK).
Initially it meant 'a place for arms and weapons' in a literal military sense; over time the meaning has remained largely the same but has also broadened figuratively to mean 'a store of resources or tools.'
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Noun 1
a building or place where weapons and military equipment are stored.
Several armories in the city were inspected for security compliance.
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Noun 2
a place where weapons are made, repaired, or maintained (often a workshop or factory associated with military supply).
During the war the town's armories were converted into repair workshops.
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Noun 3
figurative: a collection or stockpile of tools, resources, ideas, or skills available for use.
The company's research armories include a wide range of analytical tools.
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Last updated: 2025/10/17 01:20