Arm ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Arm ( noun )

1. Each of the two upper limbs of the human body from the shoulder to the hand.
2. A thing comparable to an arm in form or function, typically one of a pair.
3. A branch or division of a company or organization.
4. A section of a sea, river, or other area of water enclosed by a curve in the shoreline.

Origin:

Old english arm, earm, of germanic origin; related to dutch arm and german arm, from an indo-european root shared by latin armus.

Examples:

1. She held the baby in her arms.
2. The chair has armrests on each arm.
3. The marketing arm of the company is responsible for advertising and promotions.
4. The bay is a natural harbor formed by two arms of land.

(As a verb)

Arm ( verb )

1. Each of the two upper limbs of the human body from the shoulder to the hand.
2. A thing comparable to an arm in form or function, typically one of a pair.
3. A branch or division of a company or organization.
4. A section of a sea, river, or other area of water enclosed by a curve in the shoreline.

Origin:

Old english arm, earm, of germanic origin; related to dutch arm and german arm, from an indo-european root shared by latin armus.

Examples:

1. She held the baby in her arms.
2. The chair has armrests on each arm.
3. The marketing arm of the company is responsible for advertising and promotions.
4. The bay is a natural harbor formed by two arms of land.