Archery: meaning, definitions and examples

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archery

 

[ หˆษ‘หrtสƒษ™ri ]

Noun
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Context #1 | Noun

sport

Archery is the practice or skill of using a bow to shoot arrows. It is a traditional sport that requires precision, focus, and technique.

Synonyms

bow and arrow shooting, bowmanship.

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Word Description / Examples
archery

Since this is a duplicate, you can refer to the first 'archery'.

bow and arrow shooting

Used to describe the specific act of shooting arrows with a bow. Can be used to emphasize the physical action involved.

  • He spent the afternoon teaching his friends bow and arrow shooting.
  • They set up a range for bow and arrow shooting in their backyard.
bowmanship

Used to describe the skill or craftsmanship in using a bow and arrow. Often implies a high level of proficiency.

  • Her bowmanship is unparalleled in the region.
  • The tournament showcased some incredible bowmanship.

Examples of usage

  • Her passion for archery led her to compete in national tournaments.
  • The archery team trained diligently for the upcoming competition.
Context #2 | Noun

history

Archery has been used for hunting and combat since ancient times. It played a crucial role in many cultures and civilizations throughout history.

Synonyms

arrow shooting, bow shooting.

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archery

It is used similarly to the previous instance, emphasizing the art and practice of using a bow and arrow. Often it is associated with historical or competitive settings.

  • Medieval soldiers were skilled in archery.
  • She won first place in the national archery competition.
bow shooting

This term is also less common and focuses on the action involving the bow. It is frequently used to describe the shooting process in tutorials or instructional settings.

  • He taught his son the basics of bow shooting in the backyard.
  • Proper form is crucial in bow shooting.
arrow shooting

This term is less common and is used to describe the specific action of shooting arrows. It can be used to clarify the activity when discussing various shooting sports or to add variety in speech or writing.

  • Arrow shooting requires a steady hand and good aim.
  • They demonstrated arrow shooting techniques at the festival.

Examples of usage

  • The use of archery in warfare dates back to the Stone Age.
  • Archery was a common skill among medieval knights.

Translations

Translations of the word "archery" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tiro com arco

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเฅ€เคฐเค‚เคฆเคพเคœเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช BogenschieรŸen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ panahan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ั€ั–ะปัŒะฑะฐ ะท ะปัƒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚ucznictwo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒผใƒใ‚งใƒชใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tir ร  l'arc

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tiro con arco

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท okรงuluk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์–‘๊ถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑู…ุงูŠุฉ ุงู„ุณู‡ุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lukostล™elba

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lukostreฤพba

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐ„็ฎญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lokostrelstvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bogfimi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะดะฐา› ะฐั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒกแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ— แƒกแƒ แƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oxatma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tiro con arco

Etymology

The practice of archery dates back thousands of years, with evidence of its use found in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, China, and Greece. In medieval Europe, archery was an important skill for both hunting and warfare, with the English longbow becoming a symbol of national pride. Archery continues to be a popular sport and recreational activity around the world, with modern equipment and techniques enhancing the traditional practice.

See also: arch, arched, arching, architect, parch.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,834, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.