broad arrow


broad arrow

noun

Definition of BROAD ARROW

1
: an arrow with a flat barbed head
2
British : a mark shaped like a broad arrow that identifies government property including clothing formerly worn by convicts

First Known Use of BROAD ARROW

14th century

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