Synonyms for

Archery

Verb / ˈɑ:rtʃɜ:i: / Another word for archery — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Archery is the sport of shooting arrows with a bow.

Synonyms & similar words

marksmanship shooting bowmanship toxophilite popinjay bow-wielding arrow-shooting quiver bowman archer arrow shaft

Synonyms by register

Formal

bowmanship archery sport

Informal

bow and arrow target practice

Literary

fletching art shaftsmanship

Antonyms

shooting firearms gunnery marksmanship

Common collocations

  • archery target
  • archery bow
  • archery competition
  • archery club
  • archery equipment
  • archery range
  • archery lesson

Word family

noun archery
adjective archeric

Usage note

Archery refers specifically to the sport or skill of using a bow and arrow. It is distinct from general shooting sports which may involve firearms.

Example sentences

  1. I love to practice archery during my free time.
  2. We went to watch an archery competition.
  3. Archery requires a lot of focus and concentration.
  4. The archery range was closed due to the rain.
  5. The archery club is looking for new members.

Quotes

  • "Archery is something that I took up later and didn't know I had a natural aptitude for." -Geena Davis
  • "I have a lot of hobbies and I do a lot of sports. I'm always into some physical activity. It's kind of what makes me feel good. I love archery, I shoot guns, I swim, I box, I do martial arts." -Gina Carano
  • "I enjoyed every minute of my archery competition at the Olympics." -Abhinav Bindra

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