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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun A bow whose ends curve away from the archer when the bow is strung.

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  • noun weaponry A bow of which the two tips curve away from the archer when drawn, which gives the shot greater power and speed.

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