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archeries

|ar-che-ry|

🇺🇸

/ˈɑːrtʃəri/

🇬🇧

/ˈɑːtʃəri/

(archery)

shooting arrows with a bow

Base Form	Plural
archery	archeries

Etymology

Etymology Information

'archery' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'archerie', ultimately from Latin 'arcus' meaning 'bow'.

Historical Evolution

'archery' changed from Old French 'archerie' and Middle English 'archerie/archery' and eventually became the modern English word 'archery'.

Meaning Changes

Initially it meant 'the art or practice of the bow', and over time this core meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

plural form of 'archery' — the sport, skill, or practice of shooting arrows with a bow.

Several archeries around the country will send teams to the national competition.

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Noun 2

informal/rare use: distinct styles, schools, or venues of archery (i.e., multiple kinds or places of archery activity).

The cultural fair showcased archeries from several regions, each with its own traditional techniques.

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Last updated: 2025/10/05 23:35