arrow
Translation
arrow
Examples
He shot an arrow from his bow.
He shot an arrow from his bow.
Follow the arrow to the exit.
Follow the arrow to the exit.
Grammar Patterns
an arrow (weapon) He shot an arrow from his bow.
the arrow (symbol) Follow the arrow to the exit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (weapon) bolt, dart; (symbol) pointer, indicator
Etymology
From Old English 'arwe', of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Think of a bow and 'arrow'. The shape of an 'arrow' is also used as a pointer on signs.