arrows

ar-rows · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of "arrow": multiple projectiles shot from a bow.

  2. 2.

    Multiple direction-indicating symbols.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    slings and arrows — Attacks, criticisms, or misfortunes.
  • •
    bow and arrows — Traditional archery equipment.

Related words

See also: archery, arrow, bow
Synonyms: bolts, darts, pointers, shafts

Etymology

From Old English arwe, earh, from Proto-Germanic arhwō.