armful

noun

arm·​ful ˈärm-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce armful (audio)
plural armfuls ˈärm-ˌfu̇lz How to pronounce armful (audio) also armsful ˈärmz-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce armful (audio)
: as much as the arm or arms can hold

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Drop off a casserole or an armful of groceries. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026 Merighi would leave with armfuls of notes, his eyes opened to how Capello saw the game. — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 2 June 2026 Her mother gave her $50 and Barton left with an armful of finds. — J.m. Banks march 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026 Save room in your luggage to pack local snacks from the on-site deli, as well as an armful of local ceramics. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for armful

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of armful was in the 15th century

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“Armful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armful. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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armful

noun
arm·​ful ˈärm-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce armful (audio)
plural armfuls -ˌfu̇lz How to pronounce armful (audio) or armsful ˈärmz-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce armful (audio)
: as much as a person's arm can hold
an armful of books
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