Meaning of 'arm'

noun

the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person

noun

any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm

Example: "the arm of the record player"

Synonyms: branch limb

noun

the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm

Synonyms: sleeve

noun

any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

Synonyms: weapon weapon system

noun

a human limb

Synonyms: leg

noun

a division of some larger or more complex organization

Synonyms: subdivision

verb

to supply with weapons

Example: "The U.S. armed the freedom fighters in Afghanistan."