catapult
Seed from Open English WordNet (OEWN) 2025
Meanings by context
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- definition a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones
- definition a device that launches aircraft from a warship
- definition an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles
- definition shoot forth or launch, as if from a catapult
- definition hurl as if with a sling