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bowstring

bowstring
Noun
pl: bowstrings

In the context of archery, this term refers to a specialized piece of equipment. It is distinct from a general string due to the high tension and specific materials required to store and release kinetic energy. The term is typically used in technical discussions about bow maintenance or the mechanics of shooting.

In veterinary medicine, specifically equine science, "bowstring" is used as a descriptive term for a specific type of tendon injury. When a horse "bows a tendon," the tendon becomes thickened and curved, resembling the shape of a drawn bowstring. This usage is highly specialized and restricted to equestrian and medical contexts.

Meanings

Nounbowstring

The strong cord or string that is stretched across the limbs of a bow to propel arrows.

The archer carefully tightened the bowstring before releasing the arrow.

Nounbowstring

A tendon in the leg of a horse, specifically the deep digital flexor tendon, which is prone to injury during racing.

The veterinarian diagnosed a bowstring injury in the horse's hind leg.

Examples

The archer carefully waxed his bowstring to prevent it from fraying.

Fantasy

The archer carefully waxed his bowstring to prevent it from fraying.

I need to replace the bowstring on my recurve bow before the tournament.

none

I need to replace the bowstring on my recurve bow before the tournament.

The tension of the bowstring snapped with a loud crack.

History

The tension of the bowstring snapped with a loud crack.

Check the bowstring for any signs of wear before you draw the arrow.

none

Check the bowstring for any signs of wear before you draw the arrow.

He felt the vibration of the bowstring against his fingers upon release.

Fantasy

He felt the vibration of the bowstring against his fingers upon release.

The horse was pulled from the race after the vet suspected a bowstring injury.

Trivia

The horse was pulled from the race after the vet suspected a bowstring injury.

A ruptured bowstring can be a career ending injury for a thoroughbred.

Trivia

A ruptured bowstring can be a career ending injury for a thoroughbred.

Is that a bowstring tear in the hind leg?

Trivia

Is that a bowstring tear in the hind leg?

The ancient longbow required a bowstring made of high quality linen or sinew.

History

The ancient longbow required a bowstring made of high quality linen or sinew.

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