armour

Rüstung

Feste Schutzkleidung, die besonders im Kampf Verletzungen verhindern soll.

In einfachem Englisch: Strong protective clothing worn to prevent injury, especially during fighting.

• The knight wore heavy armour.
• His sword could not cut through the armour.
• Modern soldiers often wear body armour.

Häufige Wendungen: wear armour, suit of armour, body armour

Panzer

Harte äußere Hülle, die den Körper eines Tieres schützt.

In einfachem Englisch: A hard outer covering that protects an animal’s body.

• The animal’s armour protects its back.
• Sharp teeth cannot easily break this natural armour.
• Its thick armour makes it difficult to attack.

Synonyme: protective covering

Häufige Wendungen: natural armour, protective armour, armour of something