Pronunciation

/ˈærəʊ/

Definitions

Noun

1. A slender, pointed object with a straight shaft and a sharp point, used for shooting, aiming, or indicating direction: The archer released the arrow from her bow.
2. A symbol or representation, often graphical, that indicates or points to something: The arrow on the map shows the direction to the nearest gas station.

Verb

1. To shoot or propel an arrow: He aimed and let the arrow fly.
2. To indicate or suggest by means of an arrow or similar symbol: The infographic arrows explained the process step-by-step.
3. To send or direct (attention, focus, or interest): The headline caught my eye, an arrow pointing to the article.

Adjective

1. Directed or intended: The arrow of time flows in one direction.
2. Characteristic of an arrow: A straight, pointed shape.

Preposition

1. In the form of an arrow: The arrow-shaped building stands out in the skyline.

Phrases

• “Draw an arrow” to illustrate or indicate something
• “Arrow of time” refers to the perceived direction of events
• “Arrowhead” as a part of an arrow
• “Arrow key” on a keyboard

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The hunter released a single arrow from the crossbow.”
• Verb: “He drew an arrow on the whiteboard to clarify his point.”
• Adjective: “The arrow’s trajectory was perfectly straight.”
• Preposition: “The arrow of time never goes backward.”

Synonyms

• Shot
• Missile
• Quiver
• Vector
• Signpost