crossbow

/หˆkษนษ’sbษ™สŠ/

IPA: /K R AO1 S B OW0/

noun
  1. 1

    A mechanised weapon, based on the bow and arrow, that shoots bolts.

  2. 2

    A portable ballista that can be held in the hand.

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