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Arm

1. Noun - Upper limb of the human body

The arm is the upper limb of the human body, extending from the shoulder joint to the hand. It consists of the upper arm, forearm, and hand.

Sample sentence: She broke her arm while playing football.

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2. Noun - Weapon or military equipment

An arm can also refer to a weapon or military equipment, such as firearms, swords, or other offensive instruments used in combat.

Sample sentence: The soldier carried a rifle in his arm.

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3. Verb - Equip or supply with weapons

To arm means to equip or supply someone or something with weapons or tools necessary for defense or offense purposes.

Sample sentence: The government decided to arm the military forces with the latest weaponry.

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4. Verb - Prepare oneself with weapons

In a different context, arming can mean preparing oneself with weapons or tools before engaging in battle, conflict, or self-defense.

Sample sentence: The detective armed himself with a knife before entering the dark room.

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5. Adjective - Relating to weapons or the military

As an adjective, arm can describe something that is related to weapons or the military.

Sample sentence: The soldiers showed arm strength during the intense battle.

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6. Adjective - Capable of inflicting harm or damage

In a metaphorical sense, arm can describe something that is capable of causing harm or damage.

Sample sentence: The secret organization possesses arm technology that can devastate cities.

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