arrowheads

Meanings

• noun

  Object used at the tip of an arrow to ensure better penetration and retention in the target.

  - "The hunter sharpened his arrowheads before going on a hunt."
  - "The archaeologist found a collection of ancient arrowheads."
  - "The soldier inspected his quiver, ensuring all arrowheads were accounted for."

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Synonyms

duck potato , wapato

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Variants

List of all variants of arrowheads that leads to same result
arrowhead , arrowheads

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Etymology

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From Old English 'earfod', meaning 'provided with ears' or 'projecting', due to the shape of some early arrowheads.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest collection of arrowheads is housed in the National Museum of Denmark.

2. Some arrowheads were decorated with intricate designs, indicating a high level of craftsmanship.

3. Arrowheads have been found in various shapes and sizes, with some being quite large and used as spearheads.

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Related Concepts

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1. arrow: An elongated projectile, typically having a shaft, a pointed head, and feathers or vanes for stabilization in flight.

2. quiver: A container for arrows or other projectiles.

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Culture

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Arrowheads have been used for hunting, warfare, and ceremonial purposes since the Stone Age. They have been found in various materials, including flint, obsidian, and bone.

How to Memorize "arrowheads"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a sharp, pointed object at the end of an arrow.
   - Visualize the arrow being shot towards a target.

2. associate
   

   - Associate arrowheads with hunting and hunting equipment.
   - Associate arrowheads with the tip of an arrow.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'A-R-R-O-W-H': Arrowheads, Retract, Release, Overcome, Whistle (shoot the arrow).
   - Think of the phrase 'Sharp as an arrowhead' to remember the sharpness of arrowheads.

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