Armours

/ˈɑrmərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of armour; multiple suits of protective gear or defensive equipment (British spelling).

Etymology

Plural of armour, the British spelling of armor, from Old French 'armure' meaning equipment or gear.

Kelly Says

British and American spelling difference: Americans say 'armors,' British say 'armours'—but both pronunciations are identical, which shows how spelling diverged long after pronunciation stabilized.

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