armamentarium | Word of the Day

June 30, 2018 armamentarium [ahr-muh-muhn-tair-ee-uhm, -men-] noun 1. the aggregate of equipment, methods, and techniques available to one for carrying out one's duties: The stethoscope is still an essential part of the physician's armamentarium. 2. a fruitful source of devices or materials available or used for an undertaking: The new arts center is an armamentarium for creative activity. language English Words From The Pharaohs language Which English Do You Speak? WORD OF THE DAY armamentarium continued... QUOTES By identifying a fresh target for therapy—the TB bacterium's waxy outer jacket—the new research lays the groundwork for adding to the armamentarium against TB ... -- Melissa Healy, "Scientists have a promising new approach for treating drug-resistant tuberculosis," Los Angeles Times, April 25, 2018 ORIGIN English armamentarium is taken straight from the Latin noun armāmentārium "armory, arsenal, storehouse for military equipment." The base of the Latin compound noun is the neuter plural noun arma "arms, weapons," from which the verb armāre "to fit or equip with weapons" derives. From the verb armāre and the suffix -mentum, used to form concrete objects, the noun armāmentum is formed. The resulting armāmentum is completed by the very common adjective and noun suffix -ārium (from -arius), showing location. Armamentarium entered English in the 17th century in the sense "arsenal." The broader sense of armamentarium dates from the 19th century. OTHERS ARE READING 1 These Kids Have Bright Ideas About Idioms We asked kids about these idioms. Their responses were priceless. 2 What Do Your Kids Really Think About You? With insight about what it's like to be a parent, how it feels to work with a boss, and things new parents shouldn't forget, this kid is gearing up to rule the world while also winning over your heart. And, dads ... it's clear daughters know how to wrap you around their tiniest finger. You're so easy ... basically. 3 It Matters Which Way Your Emoji Gun Faces This Simple Emoji Inspires Some Complex Discussions About Intent 4 Better Living Through Language Can you improve by incorporating the language from these videos into your everyday routine? Watch these videos to see how to improve outlook, mindset, and positivity through the use of words. 5 These Pride Quotes Will Bring Color Into Your Life Love, acceptance, tolerance and hope are always worth quoting. © 2018 Dictionary.com, LLC. ABOUT CONTACT You are subscribed to the Word of the Day as: matzom229@gmail.com Subscriber since: September 06, 2017 Unsubscribe Dictionary.com, LLC. 555 12th Street Suite 500 Oakland CA 94607 Manage your subscription Terms & Privacy