toxophilite
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /tɒkˈsɒfɪlaɪt/
KK: /tɑkˈsɒfɪlaɪt/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the sport or practice of archery.
Example
The toxophilite community gathers every weekend to practice their skills.
Conversation
Did you know that my brother is a real toxophilite?
Really? That's pretty cool!
Yeah, he loves everything about archery and practices every weekend.
I should join him sometime; it sounds like a fun hobby!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
archery
bow
shooting
Antonyms
distant
unrelated
unfamiliar
noun
Definition
A person who is very interested in or skilled at archery.
Example
As a toxophilite, she spends every weekend practicing her aim at the archery range.
Conversation
Did you know that Jake is a real toxophilite?
No way! I had no idea he was so into archery.
Yeah, he even competes in local tournaments now.
Root Explanation
Toxophilite is formed from "toxo-" (from Greek "toxon", meaning bow) and "philos" (meaning loving). The word describes a person who loves archery or the art of using a bow.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who 'loves' ('philos') the 'bow' ('toxo-') — that's why a toxophilite is a person who loves archery.
Visually Confused Words
zoophilite
ophiolite