nock

American  

[nok] / nɒk /

noun

1. a metal or plastic piece at the end of an arrow, having a notch for the bowstring.

2. a notch or groove at the end of an arrow into which the bowstring fits.

3. a notch or groove at each end of a bow, to hold the bowstring in place.

4. Nautical. throat.

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verb (used with object)

1. to furnish with a nock.

2. to adjust (the arrow) to the bowstring, in readiness to shoot.

nock British  

/ nɒk /

noun

1. a notch on an arrow that fits on the bowstring

2. either of the grooves at each end of a bow that hold the bowstring

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verb

1. to fit (an arrow) on a bowstring

2. to put a groove or notch in (a bow or arrow)

Etymology

Origin of nock

1325–75; Middle English nok ( ke ) (noun); akin to Dutch nok, Low German nok ( ke ) tip

Example Sentences

Nock said the Hammer can establish these new temperature and humidity levels because the art on display is contemporary and because each artist agreed to the conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2024

As the pod descended, Mr Nock said there was a "crunching" sound as the detached hatch got caught up with other parts, prompting him to press the emergency button to alert staff.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2024

Mr. Nock operates a contracting business and mentors young contractors.

From Washington Times • Dec. 30, 2022

How lockdowns affect energy use Nock and a team of researchers set out to study how pandemic-induced lockdowns affect the way people use electricity in their homes.

From The Verge • Aug. 2, 2022

The rifle was withdrawn, and big Sam Nock felt grateful to the touch.

From The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 by Various