arrow

/ˈɛroʊ/
noun
  1. A thin, straight weapon shot from a bow, typically having a pointed tip and feathers at the back.
    • The archer aimed the arrow at the target and released it.
    • He pulled an arrow from his quiver and nocked it onto the bowstring.
    • In ancient times, arrows were often made of wood with stone or metal tips.
  2. A symbol (like →) used to show direction or position on signs, maps, or computer screens.
    • The map uses a red arrow to mark your current location.
    • Follow the arrow on the sign to reach the exit.
    • Click the arrow pointing right to see the next page.
  3. Something that moves or points in a straight line, like a beam of light or a path.
    • The rocket traced an arrow of fire across the night sky.
    • A bright arrow of sunlight streamed through the window.
    • The road stretched ahead like an arrow through the desert.
verb
  1. To move swiftly and directly in a particular direction.
    • The car arrowed down the highway at top speed.
    • She arrowed through the crowd to catch the bus.
    • The bird arrowed across the sky toward the forest.
  2. To indicate or mark with an arrow symbol.
    • The diagram arrows the flow of water through the system.
    • He arrowed the correct answer on the test paper.
    • Please arrow the important parts of the text for me.
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