Arrow

/ˈɛər.oʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A representation of a direction or movement, often depicted as a line with a pointed end.

She drew an arrow pointing towards the solution on the whiteboard.

A slender projectile that is shot from a bow.

The archer aimed carefully before releasing the arrow.

A symbol or icon that represents direction, often used in signs or illustrations.

The map included an arrow to indicate which way to go.

verb

To mark with an arrow or to indicate direction.

Please arrow the important parts of the diagram for clarity.

Middle English 'arwe', from Old English 'earh' (stone, dart).

arrow of time

A concept in physics that refers to the one-way direction of time.

follow the arrows

To follow a path or direction indicated by arrows.

strike like an arrow

To move quickly and directly toward a target.

shaft

The long, slender part of an arrow.

fletching

The feathers or vanes on an arrow's tail.

To be shot down in an argument or discussion.

He got arrowed after trying to deny the obvious.

To fasten something quickly.

Just arrow that cable to the wall.