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arm

/ɑɹm/ noun C2
  1. A weapon.
  2. Heraldic bearings or insignia. · The Duke's arms were a sable gryphon rampant on an argent field.

Plural arms

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Suddenly, he felt an arm thrown around his body, and a well-known voice behind him exclaimed, “Father—dear father!”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 12 · C1
“Be silent, you simpleton!” cried Danglars, grasping him by the arm, “or I will not answer even for your own safety.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 36 · C1
“Unfortunately, madame,” answered Villefort, “the strong arm of the law is not called upon to interfere until the evil has taken place.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 48 · C1
Edmond, at the approach of his patron, respectfully placed the arm of his affianced bride within that of M.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 24 · C1

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