Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: arm
IPA transcription: ['ɑɹm]
Pronunciations of arm
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noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: arm
    Meaning: a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
  • Synonyms: arm, branch, limb
    Meaning: any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm; "the arm of the record player"; "an arm of the sea"; "a branch of the sewer"
  • Synonyms: weapon, arm, weapon_system
    Meaning: any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting; "he was licensed to carry a weapon"
  • Synonyms: arm
    Meaning: the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: arm, build_up, fortify, gird
    Meaning: prepare oneself for a military confrontation; "The U.S. is girding for a conflict in the Middle East"; "troops are building up on the Iraqi border"
  • Synonyms: arm
    Meaning: supply with arms; "The U.S. armed the freedom fighters in Afghanistan"
Usage examples
  • Let her arm go."
  • Marie seized Jan's arm.
  • It stretched forth an arm.
  • THE LONG ARM OF COINCIDENCE
  • Tony slipped under his arm.
  • Jack caught her by the arm.
  • My arm ached in its bandages.
  • Jack waved his arm excitedly.
  • Allow me to offer you my arm.
  • He felt her hand upon his arm.
0. Word pronunciation is derived from article recording Archimedes, License CC BY-SA 4.0
1. Word pronunciation is derived from article recording McJob, License CC BY-SA 4.0