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Key Individual Sports Vocabulary - Archery

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Key Individual Sports Vocabulary
archery
archery
[noun]

a martial art and sport that is practiced using arrows and bows

Ex: She has been practicing archery for five years. 
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bow
bow
[noun]

a long and partially curved, thin rod made out of wood with horsehair strings stretched alongside it, used to play stringed instruments such as the cello and violin

Ex: The violinist gracefully drew her bow across the strings, producing a hauntingly beautiful melody. 
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to shoot
to shoot
[Verb]

to release a bullet or arrow from a gun or bow

Ex: The police officer had to shoot to defend against the armed suspect. 
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arrow
arrow
[noun]

a type of weapon consisting of a metal or wooden bar with a sharp head and feathers at the end

Ex: The archer drew his bow and released the arrow, hitting the target with precision. 
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year
year
[noun]

a period of time that is made up of twelve months, particularly one that starts on January first and ends on December thirty-first

Ex: I'm looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it may bring. 
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to hunt
to hunt
[Verb]

to pursue wild animals in order to kill or catch them, for sport or food

Ex: In some cultures, people still hunt for their food using traditional methods. 
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to fight
to fight
[Verb]

to take part in a violent physical action against someone

Ex: The soldiers bravely fought on the front lines during the war. 
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
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worldwide
worldwide
[Adverb]

in or to all parts of the world

Ex: The band's latest album was released and sold out worldwide within hours. 
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ago
ago
[Adverb]

used to refer to a time in the past, showing how much time has passed before the present moment

Ex: She moved to this city three years ago. 
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English longbow

a tall, powerful wooden bow used mainly by English archers in medieval warfare, especially known for its range, accuracy, and role in battles like Agincourt

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tall
tall
[Adjective]

having greater than average height

Ex: The tall trees in the forest swayed gently in the breeze. 
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battle
battle
[noun]

a fight between opposing armed forces, particularly during a war

Ex: The decisive battle changed the course of the war. 
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Asia
Asia
[noun]

the largest continent in the world

Ex: Asia is home to various religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam. 
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China
China
[noun]

the biggest country in East Asia

Ex: China is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks, such as the Great Wall. 
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Mongolian
Mongolian
[Adjective]

of or relating to the region of Mongolia or its people or their languages or cultures

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horse
horse
[noun]

an animal that is large, has a tail and four legs, and we use for racing, pulling carriages, riding, etc.

Ex: A beautiful white horse grazed peacefully in the meadow. 
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material
material
[noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Steel is a strong and durable material commonly used in the manufacturing of buildings, vehicles, and machinery. 
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wood
wood
[noun]

the hard material that the trunk and branches of a tree or shrub are made of, used for fuel or timber

Ex: He chopped the wood into small pieces to use as firewood. 
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fiberglass

a covering material made of glass fibers in resins

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accurately
accurately
[Adverb]

in a way that has no errors or mistakes

Ex: The scientist measured the temperature accurately using calibrated instruments. 
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Greek
Greek
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Greece, its people, or its language

Ex: Greek cuisine is well-known for its fresh and flavorful dishes. 
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hero
hero
[noun]

a person who deserves great admiration for their bravery or good deeds

Ex: The firefighter was a hero for saving the children. 
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Apollo
Apollo
[noun]

the Greek god of music, poetry, prophecy, medicine, and the sun, who was often depicted as a handsome and talented young man with a lyre or a bow

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robin hood

legendary English outlaw of the 12th century; said to have robbed the rich to help the poor

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the Olympic Games

a global sporting event held every four years, where athletes from around the world compete in various sports for medals

Ex: Athletes trained for years to qualify for the Olympic Games. 
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archer
archer
[noun]

a person who practices archery, using a bow to shoot arrows at targets

Ex: The archer hit the bullseye with her arrow from a distance of 50 meters. 
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target
target
[noun]

a marked surface or object that shooters aim at to score points or achieve accuracy in shooting competitions

Ex: The shooter focused intensely on hitting the target during the competition. 
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patience
patience
[noun]

the ability to accept or tolerate difficult or annoying situations without complaining or becoming angry

Ex: She demonstrated great patience by waiting calmly in the long line. 
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club
club
[noun]

a group of sports players, their manager, and staff such as a soccer or baseball club

Ex: The soccer club celebrated their championship win with a parade. 
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