Arrow Loop

Pronunciation: /ˈæroʊ lup/

Definitions of arrow loop

noun a narrow vertical slit in a wall through which arrows or other missiles could be shot

Example Sentences

A1 The castle had arrow loops for archers to defend against invaders.

A2 I learned about arrow loops in history class as part of medieval castle architecture.

B1 The soldiers stationed in the tower used the arrow loops to shoot at the enemy forces below.

B2 The strategic placement of arrow loops allowed the defenders to effectively protect the castle during the siege.

C1 The intricate design of the arrow loops in the fortress showcased the advanced military tactics of the time period.

C2 The expert craftsmanship of the arrow loops demonstrated the engineering skills of the ancient builders.

Examples of arrow loop in a Sentence

formal The archers used the arrow loop in the castle walls to defend against invaders.

informal I peeked through the arrow loop in the tower to see who was approaching.

slang Hey, check out that cool arrow loop in the old fort!

figurative Her sharp words hit me like arrows through an arrow loop.

Grammatical Forms of arrow loop

• past tense: arrow looped
• plural: arrow loops
• comparative: more arrow loop
• superlative: most arrow loop
• present tense: arrow loops
• future tense: will arrow loop
• perfect tense: has arrow looped
• continuous tense: is arrow looping
• singular: arrow loop
• positive degree: arrow loop
• infinitive: to arrow loop
• gerund: arrow looping
• participle: arrow looped

Origin and Evolution of arrow loop

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The term 'arrow loop' originated in medieval Europe during the Middle Ages.

Evolution of the word: Originally referred to narrow openings in castle walls for archers to shoot arrows through, the term 'arrow loop' evolved to encompass any narrow vertical opening in a wall for defensive purposes.