n. A defensive covering, as of metal, wood, or leather, worn to protect the body against weapons.n. A tough, protective covering, such as the bony scales covering certain animals or the metallic plates on tanks or warships.n. A safeguard or protection: faith, the missionary's armor. n. The combat arm that deploys armored vehicles, such as tanks.n. The armored vehicles of an army.v. To cover with armor.