Nock
verb
To place an arrow in the bowstring in preparation for shooting.
He nocked the arrow and took aim at the target.
Often appears as...
- nock an arrow
- nock it back
Usage tips
Neutral
General
verb
To place an arrow in the bowstring in preparation for shooting.
He nocked the arrow and took aim at the target.
Often appears as...
- nock an arrow
- nock it back
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Using nock can symbolize readiness for challenges
Before any big presentation, make sure to nock your confidence!
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
In formal contexts, avoid slang related to nocking
In a formal archery competition, one must nock the arrow properly.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Be aware of archery-specific contexts when using nock
In discussions about archery, the term nock is frequently used.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Using nock can symbolize readiness for challenges
Before any big presentation, make sure to nock your confidence!
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
In formal contexts, avoid slang related to nocking
In a formal archery competition, one must nock the arrow properly.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Be aware of archery-specific contexts when using nock
In discussions about archery, the term nock is frequently used.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Using nock can symbolize readiness for challenges
Before any big presentation, make sure to nock your confidence!
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
In formal contexts, avoid slang related to nocking
In a formal archery competition, one must nock the arrow properly.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Be aware of archery-specific contexts when using nock
In discussions about archery, the term nock is frequently used.
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