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Arrow
01
a mark to indicate a direction or relation
Examples
The sign had an arrow pointing toward the exit.
On the map, an arrow indicated the route to the village.
02
a type of weapon consisting of a metal or wooden bar with a sharp head and feathers at the end
What is an "arrow"?
An arrow is a long, thin object designed to be shot from a bow. It consists of a shaft, typically made of wood, aluminum, or carbon fiber, with a pointed tip at the front, feathers or plastic vanes at the rear for stability, and a notch at the end that fits onto the bowstring. Arrows are used in archery for hitting targets or hunting. The pointed tip can vary depending on the purpose, such as for hunting, sport, or target practice, and the feathers or vanes help the arrow fly straight by stabilizing its flight.
Examples
The archer drew his bow and released the arrow, hitting the target with precision.
She found an ancient arrowhead while hiking near the old battlefield.
