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armature

noun

ˈär-mə-ˌchu̇r

Definition of armature

as in structure

the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form the rigid armature of a highly stratified society

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Recent Examples of armature The figures had cracked in many places and some of the statues revealed their complicated armature. — Douglas Stuart, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026 Unfurling her wings for the first time and activating them under the weight of her armature seems to pose a challenge. — María Ospina, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026 The Air Pro 4+ feature a 10mm composite dynamic driver and a secondary balanced armature slightly offset from the first to handle the high-end. — Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026 Grecia built a puppet character, rigged the character, did all of the cinematography, built the entire set for her armature, and edited the film herself. — Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for armature

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Firefighters, Red Cross personnel and security forces were being deployed to inspect damaged structures and assist affected communities.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
Doing so, claims the personal knowledge that disciplinary training and structures like the vita elide and offers a bridge to more fully understand the grief and loss the families in the cowboy suit tragedy experienced.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of structure

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The Film Philippines Office (FPO) unveiled the new framework at the Busan International Film Festival‘s Asian Contents & Film Market.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
Under the agreement, PGK and SFA will establish a new framework for co-production between Korean and Sakha producers, aimed at developing projects together and sharing information on public financing available in both territories.

— Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of framework

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The architecture uses electronic switches and control systems to change how battery cells are connected during operation.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
For a dose of Balinese culture, Uluwatu Temple—one of the island’s most iconic for its clifftop architecture, sunset vistas and nightly kecak fire dance spectacle—is some 30-45 minutes by car.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of architecture

Noun

The rest of the skeleton has all four of its claws, as well as a complete pelvis, wishbone, and femur.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2026
Steloken is based on what Bennett’s daughter calls skeletons, while Circulation refers to the meditative sensation of feeling your blood flow.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 6 Oct. 2026

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