archery
noun
ar·chery
ˈär-chə-rē 
1
: the art, practice, or skill of shooting with bow and arrow
2
: an archer's weapons
3
: a body of archers
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Campers engage in activities like canoeing, archery, tennis, and arts and crafts, all set against a backdrop of rustic cabins and tall pines.
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 18 May 2025
In solving them, Enola is guided by her mother’s spirit—a free thinker who taught her archery, chess, and jiu-jitsu as well as the value of independence.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 11 May 2025
The concession stand that sells snacks and beverages along with fishing permits, boat rentals and archery cards on behalf of the city was formerly run by Rick Pinto of R&B Pinto Properties, LLC.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025
The latest plans placed archery in Dignity Health Sports Park, which is already hosting the rugby tournament.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2025
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 18 May 2025
In solving them, Enola is guided by her mother’s spirit—a free thinker who taught her archery, chess, and jiu-jitsu as well as the value of independence.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 11 May 2025
The concession stand that sells snacks and beverages along with fishing permits, boat rentals and archery cards on behalf of the city was formerly run by Rick Pinto of R&B Pinto Properties, LLC.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025
The latest plans placed archery in Dignity Health Sports Park, which is already hosting the rugby tournament.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2025
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“Archery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/archery. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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archery
noun
ar·chery
ˈärch-(ə-)rē
: the art, practice, or skill of shooting with bow and arrow
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