Quivers: meaning, definitions and examples
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quivers
[ หkwษชvษrz ]
in archery
A quiver is a container for holding arrows, bolts, or darts. It can be attached to a belt or worn on the back. Quivers come in various designs and materials, such as leather, fabric, or plastic.
Synonyms
arrow holder, bolt case, dart pouch
Examples of usage
- The archer reached for an arrow from his quiver.
- She carried a beautifully decorated quiver on her back.
- The quiver was made of sturdy leather to protect the arrows.
to shake slightly
When something quivers, it shakes or trembles slightly. This movement can be due to fear, cold, excitement, or anticipation.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The leaves quivered in the gentle breeze.
- Her voice quivered with emotion as she spoke.
- The rabbit's nose quivered as it sniffed the air.
Translations
Translations of the word "quivers" in other languages:
๐ต๐น aljava
๐ฎ๐ณ เคคเคฐเคเคธ
๐ฉ๐ช Kรถcher
๐ฎ๐ฉ tempat anak panah
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฐะณะฐะนะดะฐะบ
๐ต๐ฑ koลczan
๐ฏ๐ต ็ข็ญ (yadzutsu)
๐ซ๐ท carquois
๐ช๐ธ carcaj
๐น๐ท ok kฤฑlฤฑfฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ํ์ดํต (hwasaltong)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌุนุจุฉ (jลซสฟba)
๐จ๐ฟ toulec
๐ธ๐ฐ tulec
๐จ๐ณ ็ฎญ่ข (jiร ndร i)
๐ธ๐ฎ tulec
๐ฎ๐ธ รถrvamรฆlir
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะดะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแญแฃแ แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ox qutusu
๐ฒ๐ฝ carcaj
Etymology
The word 'quiver' has its origins in Old English 'cwifer' meaning 'nimble, agile'. It evolved over time to refer to the container for arrows and later to describe a slight trembling or shaking movement. The use of quivers in archery dates back to ancient civilizations, where they were essential for storing and carrying arrows conveniently.
See also: quivering, quiveringly.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,510, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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