Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Arms.
How to pronounce arms:
US
Arms - as a noun
Weapons considered collectively
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
implements of warmunition10weaponry16weapons systemHypernyms (Closely Related)
instrumentality20instrumentation17means7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The official symbols of a family, state, etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blazon17blazonry22coat of armsHypernyms (Closely Related)
heraldry15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Arms - as a verb
To take by the arm; to take up in one's arms.
To supply with armour or (later especially) weapons.
Example: "The king armed his knights with swords and shields."
To prepare a tool or a weapon for action; to activate.
Example: "Remember to arm the alarm system before leaving for work."
To cover or furnish with a plate, or with whatever will add strength, force, security, or efficiency.
Example: "To arm the hit of a sword; to arm a hook in angling"
To furnish with means of defence; to prepare for resistance; to fortify, in a moral sense.
To take up weapons; to arm oneself.
To fit (a magnet) with an armature.
Example Sentences
"She crossed her arms and pouted."
"He held his baby sister in his arms."
"The sculpture had missing arms."
"She felt a sense of comfort in his strong arms."
"The treaty led to the disarmament of nuclear arms."
Word Game Points
Is ARMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, arms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ARMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is ARMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, arms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordARMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is ARMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, arms is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordARMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.
