nock
English
/ˈnɒk/
noun
Definitions
- Either of the two grooves in a bow that hold the bowstring.
- (archery) The notch at the rear of an arrow that fits on the bowstring.
- (nautical) The upper fore corner of a boom sail or trysail.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English nokke derived from Dutch, Flemish nok (ridge) derived from Middle Dutch nocke (tip, point).
Origin
Middle Dutch
nocke
Gloss
tip, point
Concept
Semantic Field
The body
Ontological Category
Person/Thing