Meaning of the word longbow in English
What does longbow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
longbow
US /ˈlɔŋˌboʊ/
UK /ˈlɒŋˌbəʊ/
Noun
a large hand-drawn bow, about the height of a person, used especially by English archers from the 14th century
Example:
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The archer skillfully drew back the string of his longbow.
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English archers were renowned for their mastery of the longbow.