Armatur

German

Etymology

From Latin armātūra (“armour”).

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): [a(ʁ)maˈtuːɐ̯]

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• Rhymes: -uːɐ̯

Noun

Armatur f (genitive Armatur, plural Armaturen)

1. A fixture or controlling apparatus, a faucet, valve or tap, most prominently of a washbasin or sink.
2. A mechanical part being of an auxiliary nature.
3. (sculpture) The supporting framework of a sculpture.
4. (military) Equipment or gear, armor.
5. (electronics, engineering) A variable or moving part in an electromechanical device.
6. (heraldry) Decorative ornamentation used in heraldric crests and martial symbolism.

Synonyms

• (auxiliary parts, military equipment): Armierung
• (military equipment): Kriegsgerät
• (faucet or valve): Hahn, Kran, Wasserhahn, Wasserkran

Further reading

“Armatur” in Duden online