Meaning & Definition of word "Arm"

Arm

/ɑːm/

1. The upper limb of the human body, especially from the shoulder to the wrist.
- Example: He injured his arm while playing basketball.
2. A similar limb on an animal.
- Example: The dog raised its arm to play fetch.
3. A branch or part of a larger organization, structure, or system.
- Example: The committee is an arm of the local government.

1. To equip with weapons, especially for war.
- Example: The country began to arm itself in preparation for potential conflict.
2. To provide with something useful or necessary.
- Example: She armed herself with knowledge before going into the debate.

Old English 'earm', of Germanic origin.

arm in arm:

To walk close together, linked by arms.

to arm oneself:

To equip oneself with weapons.

to bear arms:

To serve in the military or carry weapons.

digital arm:

Referring to a division of digital services or products.

forearm:

The part of the arm between the elbow and the wrist.

upper arm:

The part of the arm between the shoulder and the elbow.

disarm:

To remove weapons from.

Meaning: To have a strong influence or control.

Example Sentence: That politician really has an arm in every project.

Meaning: To arm wrestle.

Example Sentence: We had a fun time arm wrestling at the party.