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Throwing-sticks (projectile launchers)

Scope note

Devices for throwing a spear or dart, consisting of a stick or board with a groove or hollow on their upper surface and a hook, thong, or projection at the rear end to hold the projectile in place until its release.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000228423

Narrower Terms used

atlatls

Equivalent Terms used

throwing-stick (projectile launcher)

Created

13yrs ago

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