arblast

English

/ˈɑːblɑːst/

noun
Definitions
  • obsolete except historical A wooden crossbow with a special drawing mechanism, used to fire bolts, stones etc.

Etymology

Derived from Old French arbaleste.

Origin

Old French

arbaleste

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