armor plating

noun

Meaning

Protective metal layers attached to a vehicle, ship, or structure to defend against weapons or impact.

Examples

Engineers reinforced the hull with additional armor plating to protect the crew from explosive devices.
The historical museum displayed a medieval knight's suit, which functioned as a form of personal armor plating.

Synonyms: shielding, plating, reinforcement, armour

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armor plating

noun

Pronunciation: ˈɑːrmər ˈpleɪtɪŋ

Definition

Protective metal layers attached to a vehicle, ship, or structure to defend against weapons or impact.

Examples

Engineers reinforced the hull with additional armor plating to protect the crew from explosive devices.
The historical museum displayed a medieval knight's suit, which functioned as a form of personal armor plating.
Modern warships rely on advanced composite armor plating to withstand high-velocity strikes.

Synonyms of armor plating

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