Archery

/ˈɑːrtʃəri/ noun

Definition

The sport or skill of shooting arrows at targets using a bow; practiced as both a competitive sport and historical form of hunting or warfare.

Etymology

From Old French 'archerie' based on 'archer' meaning 'one who uses a bow,' from Latin 'arcus' meaning 'bow.' Medieval soldiers and hunters practiced this essential skill.

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Olympic archery athletes are so precise they can hit targets the size of an apple from 70 meters away—their focus and muscle control is superhuman!

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