ar‧ma‧ture /ˈɑːmətʃə $ ˈɑːrmətʃər/ noun [countable] technical
[Date: 1400-1500; Language: Latin; Origin: armatura 'armor, equipment', from armare; ⇒ arm²]

1. the part of a generator, motor etc that turns around to produce electricity, movement etc

2. a frame that you cover with clay or other soft material to make a model

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