Search Dictionary
Definition of armful

armful

/ˈɑːrm.fʊl/
arm · ful
Plural:armfuls
JUMP TO:

armful Lexical Profile

armful Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

As much of something as a person can hold or carry in one or both arms.

Example

"She walked into the cabin carrying an armful of dry firewood for the stove."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for armful
Antonyms
View all antonyms for armful

• Nearby Words

armenia
armenian
armeria
armful
armhole
armistice
armless

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as 'armful', combining 'arm' (from Old English 'earm', meaning upper limb) with the noun-forming suffix '-ful', indicating the quantity needed to fill a space or hold.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Armful. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/armful
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.