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Bows (tools)

Scope note

Tools that consist of a bent elastic rod with ends connected by a string; used for various purposes, as for giving reciprocating motion to a drill. W

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000161932

Broader Terms used

<tool and equipment components>

Term used for

drill-bows

Equivalent Terms used

bow (tool)

Created

13yrs ago

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