ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Longbow

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈlɒŋbəʊ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Longbow is a noun meaning A large bow that has a strong tension, and is usually more than 3 feet tall. The most famous longbows in history were the English longbows, which were crafted of yew.

Meaning

A large bow that has a strong tension, and is usually more than 3 feet tall. The most famous longbows in history were the English longbows, which were crafted of yew.

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Related dictionary entries include shortbow, bowstring, flatbow, warbow, bowstringer, selfbow.

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