archer
word
/ˈɑɹtʃɝ/
AR-chur
/ˈɑːtʃɐ/
AH-chuh
Definition
An archer is a person who uses a bow to shoot arrows, either for sport, hunting, or competition.
Usage & Nuances
'Archer' is mainly used in historical, fantasy, or sporting contexts. It refers specifically to someone skilled in using a bow and arrow, not other projectile weapons. Common in stories about medieval history or fantasy genres.
Spanish: arquero - tirador de arcoPortuguese (BR): arqueiroPortuguese (PT): arqueiroChinese (Simplified): 弓箭手Chinese (Traditional): 弓箭手Hindi: धनुर्धर - तीरंदाजArabic: رامي السهامBengali: ধনুর্বিদ্যাধর - তীরন্দাজRussian: лучникJapanese: アーチャー - 弓使いVietnamese: cung thủKorean: 궁수Turkish: okçuUrdu: تیرانداز (کمان سے)Indonesian: pemanah
Example Sentences
Robin Hood is a famous archer in legends.
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He trained for years to become a skilled archer.
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In the movie, the main character is an expert archer who saves the kingdom.
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The archer aimed at the target.
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The best archer won the competition.
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The team needed one more archer for the match.
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