recurve
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //rɪˈkɜrv//
KK: /rɪˈkɜrv/
noun
Definition
A type of bow in archery that has its ends curved backward, allowing for more power and accuracy when shooting arrows.
Example
The archer used a recurve bow to hit the target with precision.
Conversation
I just bought a new recurve bow for archery practice.
That's awesome! How does it feel to shoot with it?
It's really smooth, and I love the design of the recurve shape.
I bet it's more powerful than a regular bow!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bow
archery
weapon
Antonyms
straight
crossbow
sword
transitive verb
Definition
To bend or curve something in a backward or downward direction.
Example
The archer decided to recurve the bow for better accuracy.
Tense Forms
Past: recurved
Past Participle: recurved
Conversation
I was watching a video on how to recurve a bow properly.
Oh, that sounds interesting! I've always wanted to learn archery.
Yeah, they said it's important to recurve the limbs for better accuracy.
Root Explanation
Recurve → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "curvare" (meaning to bend). The word "recurve" means to bend again or to curve back.
Memory Tip
Think of bending something 'again' ('re-') — that's why recurve means to bend back.
Visually Confused Words
recarve
precure
decurve
curve
precursive
resurvey
recourse
precurse