Armored scale
any of numerous insects constituting the family Diaspididae, the largest group of scale insects, which includes many important pests of various trees and shrubs, as the San Jose scale.
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- Armorer
a maker or repairer of or . a person who manufactures, repairs, or services firearms. an enlisted person in charge of the upkeep of small , machine guns, ammunition, and the like. Historical Examples armorer said, “You seem to get on very well with your working people, Mr. Lossing.” Stories of a Western Town Octave […]
- Armorial
of or relating to heraldry or heraldic bearings. bearing a coat or coats of arms: a set of armorial china. a book containing heraldic bearings and devices. Historical Examples Then, with deep interest, ‘What are your armorial bearings?’ A Gentleman Vagabond and Some Others F. Hopkinson Smith The eagle was probably the armorial badge of […]
- Armoric
of or relating to . a native of . (def 2). a native or inhabitant of Brittany. Also called Armorican, Armoric. the Celtic language of Brittany. (often lowercase) a round hat for women, with a flat crown and a turned-up brim. pertaining to Brittany, the Bretons, or their language. Historical Examples These are the armoric […]
- Armorica
an ancient region in NW France, corresponding generally to Brittany. Historical Examples Yes, the independence of Armorica is a shame to the arms of the Franks. The Abbatial Crosier Eugne Sue There shall be put into her jaws a bridle that shall be made on the coast of Armorica. Old English Chronicles Various We find […]
- Armorican
of or relating to . a native of . (def 2). Historical Examples The church was founded by an Armorican lady of rank named Canna, who was sainted. British Goblins Wirt Sikes Page 128, “Armonican” changed to “Armorican” for consistency. Traditions and Hearthside Stories of West Cornwall, Second Series William Bottrell In the days of […]