Armature: meaning, definitions and examples

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armature

 

[ หˆษ‘หrmษ™tสƒษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mechanical engineering

An armature is a component of an electric machine that carries current. It is typically composed of a series of copper windings and is located within a magnetic field. The interaction between the armature and magnetic field produces motion, making it essential in motors and generators.

Synonyms

rotor, stator, windings

Examples of usage

  • The armature of the motor was damaged.
  • She learned how to wind the armature correctly.
  • Without a functioning armature, the generator won't work.
  • The design of the armature affects the efficiency of the machine.
Context #2 | Noun

art and sculpture

In art, an armature refers to a framework used to support a sculpture or model. It provides strength and stability to the structure being created, allowing the artist to build up layers of material on top.

Synonyms

framework, skeleton, support

Examples of usage

  • The sculptor used an armature to hold the clay in place.
  • She constructed a metal armature before adding the paper-mรขchรฉ.
  • The armature ensures that the sculpture maintains its shape.
  • Artists often design the armature before starting their work.

Translations

Translations of the word "armature" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น armadura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคฐเฅเคฎเฅ‡เคšเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Anker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ armatur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑะผะพั‚ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ uzwojenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒผใƒžใƒใƒฅใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท armature

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ armadura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sargฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ „์„ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ู„ู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ armatura

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ armatura

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”ตๆžข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ armatura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ armatura

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะผะฐั‚ัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒ›แƒแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ armatura

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ armadura

Etymology

The word 'armature' originates from the Middle French term 'armature' meaning 'armament' or 'armor.' This, in turn, comes from the Latin word 'armatura,' which stands for 'equipment' or 'arms,' derived from 'armare,' meaning 'to arm.' The term has been used since the late 14th century to indicate a protective covering or framework. With advancements in electrical and mechanical engineering, the term evolved to embody components in electric machines, reflecting the versatile application of the term across different disciplines. Its artistic usage emerged later, as artists recognized the practical need for a supportive structure in sculpting.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,068, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.