handbow

A type of bow that is drawn by hand, as opposed to a crossbow, typically used in archery.

• 🇫🇷Un type d'arc qui est tendu à la main, par opposition à l'arbalète, utilisé généralement dans le tir à l'arc.

1. Manual bow C1 formal

   A type of bow that is drawn by hand, as opposed to a crossbow which uses a mechanical mechanism.

   • The archer preferred a handbow for its simplicity and speed.
   • Handbows were the primary ranged weapon for many ancient cultures.
   • He practiced daily with his handbow to improve his accuracy.

   🇫🇷Arc à main

   Antonymes: crossbow

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