armory
armory Lexical Profile
armory Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A building or secure room where military weapons, ammunition, and protective equipment are stored, maintained, or manufactured.
"The historic brick armory downtown was converted into a spacious community arts center and exhibition hall."
An extensive supply, collection, or array of resources, tools, or skills available for a particular purpose.
"A seasoned diplomat relies on a vast armory of negotiation tactics to resolve international disputes peacefully."
Heraldic emblems, coats of arms, or the study and practice of heraldry.
"The medieval manuscript contained an illustrated treatise on armory, detailing the coats of arms of noble families."
Word Nuance & Usage
Spelled 'armory' in American English and 'armoury' in British English; in the United States, it also specifically denotes a headquarters and drill hall for the National Guard.
• Rhymes for armory
Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English 'armorie', borrowed from Old French 'armoierie', which derives from 'armoier' (to blazon or apply coats of arms) and ultimately from Latin 'arma' (weapons, defensive gear).