Armoury
/ˈɑːrməri/
Definitions
- (n.) A place where arms and ammunition are stored, often by military or law enforcement agencies.
The police inspected the armoury to ensure all weapons were securely stored.
- (n.) A legal repository of records or instruments, especially connected with heraldry or rights associated with coats of arms.
The lawyer consulted the armoury for documentation on the family's heraldic rights.
Forms
- armoury
- armouries
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'armoury' may refer to both a physical storage of weapons and a records office dealing with heraldic or historical rights. The spelling 'armory' is a variant primarily used in American English.
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