Armor vs. Armour

alternative spellings british vs american

In this lesson, we are going to analyze the differences and similarities between these two words. Do you think they are both correct?

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both refer to a metal covering one uses to protect their body. However, 'armor' is the American spelling, whereas, 'armour' is the British spelling.

Differences

'Armor' is the American spelling, while, 'armour' is the British spelling. Check out the following examples:

Blood spattered over his armor.

It seems that they're making me a new armour.

Similarities

Both refer to a metal covering for protecting one's body. Check out the examples below:

We put an invisibility spell on your armor.

How can anyone go to without an armour?

Are They Interchangeable?

Both refer to a metal covering one uses to protect their body in the face of danger. Warriors ususally use it. Compare:

✓ People started throwing fruit at her armor.

✓ People started throwing fruit at her armour.

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