Atlatl
noun
A tool used to throw spears for hunting, enhancing the speed and distance of the spear's flight.
The hunter skillfully used the atlatl to launch the spear at the deer.
Usage tips
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spear thrower,hunting tool,prehistoric weapon
noun
A tool used to throw spears for hunting, enhancing the speed and distance of the spear's flight.
The hunter skillfully used the atlatl to launch the spear at the deer.
Usage tips
Neutral
spear thrower,hunting tool,prehistoric weapon
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
The atlatl is significant in understanding ancient hunting practices.
Archaeologists often find atlatls in excavation sites.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In some cultures, the atlatl is celebrated in traditional hunting techniques.
Native people in the Americas used atlatls for millennia.
Pro Tip 3/3Modern Interpretation
The atlatl is sometimes used in contemporary hunting and target sports.
It's a popular tool among historical reenactors.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
The atlatl is significant in understanding ancient hunting practices.
Archaeologists often find atlatls in excavation sites.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In some cultures, the atlatl is celebrated in traditional hunting techniques.
Native people in the Americas used atlatls for millennia.
Pro Tip 3/3Modern Interpretation
The atlatl is sometimes used in contemporary hunting and target sports.
It's a popular tool among historical reenactors.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
The atlatl is significant in understanding ancient hunting practices.
Archaeologists often find atlatls in excavation sites.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In some cultures, the atlatl is celebrated in traditional hunting techniques.
Native people in the Americas used atlatls for millennia.
Pro Tip 3/3Modern Interpretation
The atlatl is sometimes used in contemporary hunting and target sports.
It's a popular tool among historical reenactors.
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