Pronunciation: [ɑːmˈɑːdə] (IPA) 
The word "armada" is spelled with the phonetic transcription /ɑrˈmɑdə/. The first syllable "ar" is pronounced as "ahr" with a short "a" sound followed by a rolled "r". The second syllable "ma" is pronounced as "mah" with a long "a" sound. The final syllable "da" is pronounced as "duh" with a short "a" sound. "Armada" is a noun meaning a fleet of warships typically used in historical naval battles.
Armada is a noun referring to a large fleet of warships or naval vessels. The term originates from the Spanish word "armada," which translates to "armed" in English. Armadas were historically associated with the naval forces of powerful nations, mainly during the fifteenth to seventeenth centuries when maritime exploration and warfare were flourishing.
A typical armada consists of numerous warships, including battleships, frigates, galleons, or other heavy vessels. They are often deployed for offensive or defensive purposes during times of conflict, such as wars or major naval battles. Armadas are known for their sheer size and magnitude, with the intention of displaying maritime strength and power.
One notable example of an armada is the Spanish Armada of 1588, a massive fleet assembled by King Philip II of Spain with the aim of invading England and overthrowing Queen Elizabeth I. However, this attempt was thwarted by the English Navy and adverse weather conditions, marking a significant turning point in maritime history.
In a modern context, the use of the term "armada" has expanded to describe any large group or collection of similar objects or entities, emphasizing their formidable nature or significant impact. It can be used metaphorically to depict a forceful gathering of various elements, not limited to naval forces, but also in reference to other domains, such as business or sports.
A fleet of warships: the hostile Spanish fleet of war-ships which attempted the invasion of England in the reign of Elizabeth. A.D. 1588.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "armada" comes from Spanish "armada", which means "armed" or "armed force". The Spanish word itself derives from the Latin word "armata", meaning "armed" or "armed force", which is the past participle of "armare", meaning "to arm". The term "armada" became well-known with the Spanish Armada, a mighty fleet of ships sent by King Philip II of Spain to invade England in 1588. Since then, it has been used more widely to refer to a large fleet of warships.
