nock Antonyms

Meaning of nock

Wordnet

nock (v)

make small marks into the surface of

Webster

nock (n.)

A notch.

The upper fore corner of a boom sail or of a trysail.

Webster

nock (v. t.)

To notch; to fit to the string, as an arrow; to string, as a bow.

nock Sentence Examples

  1. The archer carefully nocked the arrow onto the bowstring, aiming for the target.
  2. The nock of the arrow nestled snugly against the bowstring, ready for release.
  3. Despite her trembling hands, she managed to nock the arrow swiftly and precisely.
  4. The nock created a secure connection between the arrow and the bowstring, ensuring accuracy.
  5. The nocking point on the bowstring was meticulously marked to ensure the arrow was seated correctly.
  6. The nock of the arrow whistled through the air as it soared towards its destination.
  7. The archer's nocking motion was an intricate dance, a testament to years of practice.
  8. The nock of the arrow engaged perfectly, preventing it from slipping prematurely.
  9. The carbon fiber arrow had a lightweight nock that minimized drag and enhanced speed.
  10. The sound of the arrow nocking on the bowstring reverberated through the forest, sending a shiver down the target's spine.

FAQs About the word nock

make small marks into the surface ofA notch., The upper fore corner of a boom sail or of a trysail., To notch; to fit to the string, as an arrow; to string, as

slit, hack, kerf, chip, joggle, groove, notch,indent, nick, punch

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The archer carefully nocked the arrow onto the bowstring, aiming for the target.

The nock of the arrow nestled snugly against the bowstring, ready for release.

Despite her trembling hands, she managed to nock the arrow swiftly and precisely.

The nock created a secure connection between the arrow and the bowstring, ensuring accuracy.