armoured
/ˈɑrmərd/
adjective
- Protected by a layer of strong material such as metal, especially on military vehicles or animals.
- An armoured car transported the diplomats through the dangerous area.
- The army deployed armoured tanks to the front line.
- The armoured dinosaur had thick plates on its back.
- Having a hard outer covering for protection, used for animals or plants.
- Some armoured seeds can survive harsh conditions.
- The armoured catfish has bony plates along its body.
- Armoured scales protect some insects from predators.
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