What does bowman mean?
Bowman means (archery) A man who uses a bow; an archer..
Bowman
/ˈbəʊmən/ · noun
Meaning
(archery) A man who uses a bow; an archer..
Definitions by Sense
- (archery) A man who uses a bow; an archer.
- (nautical) The person, in a team or among oarsmen, positioned nearest the bow.
Example Sentences
The whole londe ſhal fle, foꝛ the noyſe of the hoꝛſmen and bowmen: […]
The walls are slitted with embrasures through which bowmen could fire, indicating that the belfry also served as a stronghold during border skirmishes.
Synonyms for bowman
Antonyms for bowman
Related Words
Word Forms
- bowmen
- bowsman
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for bowman?
Common synonyms include archer.
What is the opposite of bowman?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use bowman in a sentence?
The whole londe ſhal fle, foꝛ the noyſe of the hoꝛſmen and bowmen: […]
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