La armadura



Example: La armadura protege al caballero en la batalla.

Definition


"La armadura" refers to the protective metal or leather covering worn by knights or soldiers in historical battles to shield themselves from weapons and injuries. It is designed to safeguard vital parts of the body during combat, enhancing defense and survivability.

Etymology


The word "la armadura" comes from the Spanish term for armor, with roots in the Latin word "armatura," meaning equipment or armament. Did you know? The term originally referred not just to protective gear but also to the act of arming or equipping soldiers.

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"La armadura" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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