Arm Definition
arm
noun
- a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
- any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm; "the arm of the record player"; "an arm of the sea"; "a branch of the sewer"
- any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting; "he was licensed to carry a weapon"
- the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person
- a division of some larger or more complex organization; "a branch of Congress"; "botany is a branch of biology"; "the Germanic branch of Indo-European languages"
- the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm
verb
- prepare oneself for a military confrontation; "The U.S. is girding for a conflict in the Middle East"; "troops are building up on the Iraqi border"
- supply with arms; "The U.S. armed the freedom fighters in Afghanistan"
"Arm" in song lyrics
See how arm is used in real songs:
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"Smoke domes and sleep with the fifth by the arm"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — We Always Gonna Do It -
"See me in our palm, microphone steady arm"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Lighter Shade, Molly-Q — Let it Bang -
"All the women watching my arm"
504 Boyz f/ Curren$y — Everywhere I Go
Words that rhyme with arm
Usage tips for "arm"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "arm" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for arm to find words that pair well.