Armature (noun)

A structure or device that provides support, protection, or encasement for something.

Origin:

The word 'armature' comes from the latin word 'armatura', which means 'armour or equipment'. it has been used in english since the 16th century to refer to a device or structure that provides support or protection.

Examples:

1. The armature of the bridge was made of steel and provided the necessary support for the heavy traffic that crossed it.
2. The armature of the statue was carefully crafted from bronze and was designed to withstand the elements and last for centuries.
3. In electrical engineering, an armature is the rotating part of an electric machine, such as a motor or generator, that is surrounded by a magnetic field.
4. The armature of the scaffold provided a stable platform for the workers to carry out their tasks safely and efficiently.
5. The armature of the insect's exoskeleton provides a strong and lightweight protection for its delicate body.