crossbow
/ˈkrɔːsboʊ/
noun
- A weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock that shoots bolts (short arrows) by pulling a trigger.
- The hunter aimed his crossbow at the deer from a distance.
- She practiced shooting her crossbow at the archery range every weekend.
- In medieval times, soldiers used a crossbow because it was easier to aim than a longbow.
- A type of weapon used in modern sport shooting or hunting, often with a more compact design than a traditional bow.
- Modern crossbows are often made with lightweight materials like aluminum and carbon fiber.
- He won the competition using a high-powered crossbow with a scope.
- Many states have specific regulations for hunting with a crossbow during archery season.