catapult
Translation
catapult, slingshot
Examples
They used a catapult to attack the castle.
They used a catapult to attack the castle.
The aircraft carrier has a steam catapult.
The aircraft carrier has a steam catapult.
Grammar Patterns
a catapult a device for launching projectiles They used a catapult to attack the castle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: slingshot, launcher, trebuchet
Etymology
From Greek 'katapeltēs', from 'kata-' (down) + 'pallein' (to hurl). A device for hurling things down upon an enemy.
Memory Tips
Imagine a device that 'pulls' a 'cat' back and then launches it. Used for ancient siege weapons.