Bowmanship: meaning, definitions and examples

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bowmanship

 

[ ˈbəʊmənʃɪp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

skill in using a bow and arrows

Bowmanship is the art or skill of using a bow and arrows. It involves precision, accuracy, and technique in shooting arrows at a target.

Synonyms

archery, marksmanship, shooting

Examples of usage

  • His exceptional bowmanship allowed him to hit the bullseye every time.
  • Training in bowmanship is essential for anyone interested in traditional archery.
  • The competition showcased the participants' impressive bowmanship skills.

Translations

Translations of the word "bowmanship" in other languages:

🇵🇹 habilidade em arco e flecha

🇮🇳 धनुर्विद्या

🇩🇪 Bogenschießkunst

🇮🇩 keterampilan memanah

🇺🇦 мистецтво стрільби з лука

🇵🇱 umiejętność łucznictwa

🇯🇵 弓術 (きゅうじゅつ)

🇫🇷 compétence au tir à l'arc

🇪🇸 habilidad en tiro con arco

🇹🇷 okçuluk yeteneği

🇰🇷 궁술 실력

🇸🇦 مهارة الرماية بالقوس

🇨🇿 lukostřelecké umění

🇸🇰 lukostrelecké umenie

🇨🇳 射箭技巧

🇸🇮 spretnost streljanja z lokom

🇮🇸 bogfimisnilld

🇰🇿 садақ ату өнері

🇬🇪 მშვილდოსნობა

🇦🇿 oxatma bacarığı

🇲🇽 habilidad en tiro con arco

Etymology

The word 'bowmanship' originates from the combination of 'bow', referring to a weapon that shoots arrows, and 'manship', which denotes skill or craftsmanship. The term has been used for centuries to describe the art of using a bow and arrows for hunting, sport, or warfare. Bowmanship has evolved from a necessary survival skill to a competitive sport and recreational activity enjoyed by many around the world.