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crossbow Definition and Meaning in English (crossbow definition)

noun
Synonyms:arbalest
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Crossbow definition: A weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock, designed to shoot short arrows called bolts or quarrels.

Definitions of Crossbow

  1. 1noun

    A weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock, designed to shoot short arrows called bolts or quarrels.

Example Sentences

“The hunter carefully loaded his crossbow before entering the forest.”

“In medieval times, crossbows were powerful siege weapons used by armies.”

Synonyms

arbalest

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Crossbow definition: A weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock, designed to shoot short arrows called bolts or quarrels.
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'Crossbow' translates to 'crossbow' in English. Crossbow definition: A weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock, designed to shoot short arrows called bolts or quarrels.
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