Longbow

Definition of Longbow

Long´bow`
n.1.The ordinary bow, not mounted on a stock; - so called in distinction from the crossbow when both were used as weapons of war. Also, sometimes, such a bow of about the height of a man, as distinguished from a much shorter one.
To draw the longbow
to tell large stories.

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