THROWING STICK
\θɹˈə͡ʊɪŋ stˈɪk], \θɹˈəʊɪŋ stˈɪk], \θ_ɹ_ˈəʊ_ɪ_ŋ s_t_ˈɪ_k]\
Definitions of THROWING STICK
- 2011 - English Dictionary Database
- 2006 - WordNet 3.0
- 2010 - New Age Dictionary Database
- 1913 - Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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(Australian) a curved piece of wood; when properly thrown will return to thrower
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a sling-like device used in various primitive societies to propel a dart or spear
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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a sling-like device used in various primitive societies to propel a dart or spear
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a curved piece of wood; when properly thrown will return to thrower
By Princeton University
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An instrument used by various savage races for throwing a spear; -- called also throw stick and spear thrower. One end of the stick receives the butt of the spear, as upon a hook or thong, and the other end is grasped with the hand, which also holds the spear, toward the middle, above it with the finger and thumb, the effect being to bring the place of support nearer the center of the spear, and practically lengthen the arm in the act of throwing.
By Oddity Software
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An instrument used by various savage races for throwing a spear; -- called also throw stick and spear thrower. One end of the stick receives the butt of the spear, as upon a hook or thong, and the other end is grasped with the hand, which also holds the spear, toward the middle, above it with the finger and thumb, the effect being to bring the place of support nearer the center of the spear, and practically lengthen the arm in the act of throwing.
By Noah Webster.
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