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cat·a·pult
 catapult
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- pronunciation:
- kae
t
pUlt
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
an ancient military machine used to hurl missiles such as large stones, esp. at fortifications.
In medieval times, catapults were often used to shoot burning materials attached to arrows or spears over fortress walls.- synonyms:
- ballista
- similar words:
- arbalest, bombard, mortar
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| definition 2: |
a device for launching aircraft where runway space is severely limited, as on an aircraft carrier deck.
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| definition 3: |
a device for hurling small missiles; slingshot.
- synonyms:
- sling, slingshot
- similar words:
- mortar
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| related words: |
trap |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
catapults, catapulting, catapulted |
| definition: |
thrust by or as though by a catapult.
A role in a hit film can catapult an unknown actor into stardom.- synonyms:
- fling, hurl, launch, sling
- similar words:
- flip, spring, toss
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| related words: |
fling, heave, propel |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to spring up or forward as though hurled by a catapult.
She catapulted over the fence.- synonyms:
- jump, spring
- similar words:
- fling, flip, launch, toss
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| related words: |
jump |
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