Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arrowhead
noun
/ˈa.rəʊ.hed/
Definition
The pointed end of an arrow, designed to penetrate a target.
Examples
- He carefully crafted the arrowhead from flint.
- In the movie, the hero moved stealthily, his arrowhead glinting in the sunlight.
- The museum displayed various types of arrowheads used by ancient civilizations.
Meaning
Arrowheads can refer to the distinct pointed tips that are attached to arrows used in archery or hunting. Additionally, the term can describe the shape of certain objects or symbols resembling this pointed design.
Synonyms
- tip
- point
- head