bowshot

[ boh-shot ]

noun

1. the distance a bow sends an arrow.

bowshot

/ ˈbəʊˌʃɒt /

noun

1. the distance an arrow travels from the bow

Word History and Origins

Origin of bowshot¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; bow ², shot ¹

Example Sentences

Stride by stride they drew away from the Pawnees until they finally carried their riders beyond bowshot.

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They had stopped a long bowshot beyond the trees, and appeared to be holding a council.

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They were still beyond range, but were riding at a sharp angle which would soon bring them within bowshot.

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When they finally came within bowshot, they suddenly realized that the village was deserted.

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When they were a bowshot from the ravine White Otter turned toward the south.

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