Ballista
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /bəˈlɪstə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ballista is a noun meaning (weaponry, historical) An ancient military engine, in the form of a crossbow, used for hurling large missiles.
Meaning
(weaponry, historical) An ancient military engine, in the form of a crossbow, used for hurling large missiles.
Word Forms
- ballistas
- ballistae
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include catapults, balista, crossbow, arbelest, crossbolt, xbow.
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