ARMED

verb

1. To take by the arm; to take up in one's arms.

verb

1. To supply with armour or (later especially) weapons.
2. To prepare a tool or a weapon for action; to activate.
3. To cover or furnish with a plate, or with whatever will add strength, force, security, or efficiency.

adjective

1. (sometimes in combination) Equipped, especially with a weapon.
2. (of a weapon) Prepared for use; loaded.
3. Furnished with whatever serves to add strength, force, or efficiency.