Arrow
Arrow noun - A projectile with a straight thin shaft and an arrowhead on one end and stabilizing vanes on the other; intended to be shot from a bow.
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Synonyms for Arrow
Bolt is a synonym for arrow in thing topic. In some cases you can use "Bolt" instead the word "Arrow" as a noun or a verb, when it comes to topics like dart, shaft, pointed weapon or symbol.
How words are described
| original | original arrow | original bolt |
| single | single arrow | single bolt |
| stray | stray arrow | stray bolt |
| simple | simple arrow | simple bolt |
| Other adjectives: small, powerful, actual, real, massive, large, big, huge, little, poisoned, new, flaming, yellow, explosive, random, last, said, giant, magical, exploding, specialized. | ||
Both words in one sentence
- In a situation where that matters, such as stealthy military operations or just plain ol' hunting, the "archaic" arrow/bolt-throwers are much more preferable.
Source: The Straight and Arrow Path -
A variant of the "black hole arrow/bolt" is described in the Elder Evils sourcebook.
Source: Reality-Breaking Paradox -
In contrast the Huntsman and Crusader's Crossbow have actual 1-arrow/bolt magazines that must have their reloads completed without interruption before firing again.
Source: Bottomless Magazines
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