hardsuit

English

Etymology

From hard +‎ suit.

Pronunciation

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Noun

hardsuit (plural hardsuits)

1. (science fiction) A powered exoskeleton.

   Synonym: power suit

   • 2008, BioWare, Mass Effect, Redwood City: Electronic Arts, →ISBN, →OCLC, PC, scene: Body Armor Codex entry:

     Armored hard-suits are sealable to protect the wearer from extremes of temperature and atmosphere. Standard equipment includes an onboard mini-frame and a communications, navigation, and sensing suite.