armageddon
nounattested in dialogue
- United Kingdom//ˌɑː(ɹ).məˈɡɛ.dn̩//
- United Kingdom//-ˈɡɛ.dən//
- United Kingdom//ɑː(ɹ).məˈɡɛd.ʔn//
- United States//ˌɑɹ.məˈɡɛ.dn̩//
The scene of a decisive conflict on a great scale.
noun
- 1
The scene of a decisive conflict on a great scale.
- 2
Any great and crucial conflict.
In comparison to Nixon-Mao, terrorism and armageddon, Anna Nicole Smith may seem lightweight, but it could prove an inspired choice.
- 3
A type of game, usually played when a match would otherwise end in a draw, where black wins drawn games and white is given more time as compensation.
Etymology
A generalization of Armageddon.
Forms
- plural
- armageddons
Arlene · A female given name originating as a coinage.Arlo · A male given name.arm · The portion of the upper human appendage, from the shoulder…
armageddon · The scene of a decisive conflict on a great scale.
Armageddon · Mount Megiddo, the site of a prophesied final battle between…Armand · A surname.Armando · A surname.