Definition of Armature

1. Noun. Coil in which voltage is induced by motion through a magnetic field.

Generic synonyms: Coil
Group relationships: Electric Motor, Electromagnet
Specialized synonyms: Rotor, Rotor Coil

Definition of Armature

1. n. Armor; whatever is worn or used for the protection and defense of the body, esp. the protective outfit of some animals and plants.

2. n. That part of a dynamo or electric generator or of an electric motor in which a current is induced by a relatively moving magnetic field. The armature usually consists of a series of coils or groups of insulated conductors surrounding a core of iron.

Definition of Armature

1. to furnish with armor [v -TURED, -TURING, -TURES]

Medical Definition of Armature

1. 1. Armor; whatever is worn or used for the protection and defense of the body, especially. The protective outfit of some animals and plants. 2. A piece of soft iron used to connect the two poles of a magnet, or electromagnet, in order to complete the circuit, or to receive and apply the magnetic force. In the ordinary horseshoe magnet, it serves to prevent the dissipation of the magnetic force. 3. Iron bars or framing employed for the consolidation of a building, as in sustaining slender columns, holding up canopies, etc. Origin: L. Armatura, fr. Armare to arm: cf. F. Armature. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Armature

armadillos
Armageddon
Armagnac
armagnacs
armament
armamentaria
armamentarium
armamentarium
armaments
Armand Jean du Plessis
Armanni-Ebstein change
Armanni-Ebstein kidney
armarium
Armata Corsa
armature (current term)
armature (current term)
armatured
armatures
armaturing
armband
armbands
armchair
armchair(a)
armchairs
armchair liberal
armed
armed bullhead
armed combat
armed forces
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