land ironclad en · NOUN
Etymology
From being a vehicle akin to an ironclad (“an armored warship”) on land.
Meanings
- (archaic, qualifier:19th century to pre-WWI) An armoured combat vehicle, a tank.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| land ironclads | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
land cruiser · land battleship