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LORICATION

\lˌɔːɹɪkˈe͡ɪʃən], \lˌɔːɹɪkˈe‍ɪʃən], \l_ˌɔː_ɹ_ɪ_k_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\

Definitions of LORICATION

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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The act or operation of covering with a plate or crust for defence.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

The operation of covering anything with a plate or crust for defence.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. Act of loricating;â€” a surface covered with plates like mail.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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