"passive armour" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: passive armours [plural], passive armor [alternative, US]
Head templates: {{en-noun|~}} passive armour (countable and uncountable, plural passive armours)
  1. (British, Canada) Shielding that is chemically inert (unlike reactive armour) and does not require electricity or active sensors to operate. It is usually made of metal, ceramic, or in some cases, composite materials. Tags: British, Canada, countable, uncountable Related terms: reactive armour

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Alternative forms

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