Synonyms for
Armory
Definition
A place where weapons and military equipment are stored or made.
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Common collocations
- state armory
- national guard armory
- local armory
- armory building
- armory complex
- armory personnel
- armory security
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Usage note
While 'armory' can refer to a place where weapons are stored, it is also commonly used to refer to a building housing a National Guard unit. It is less common to use it for a general civilian gun shop.
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Example sentences
- The armory was heavily guarded to protect the weapons.
- The soldiers marched to the armory to collect their gear.
- The armory had a wide range of weapons to choose from.
- The armory was located near the barracks for easy access.
- The armory was built to withstand attacks and bombings.
Quotes
I do not want the walls of separation between different orders of Christians to be destroyed, but only lowered, so that we may shake hands a little easier over them and exchange visits in one another's armories. - Samuel Clemens
I can't wait to start hitting people with metal sticks - I mean, I can't wait to start fencing at the armory. - Rachel Hawkins
The pen is mightier than the sword, but the sword is kept behind the armory door. - John G. Lake