dart
/dɑrt/ · dart
noun
- A pointed missile weapon, intended to be thrown by the hand, for example a short lance or javelin. The archer drew back the string and released the dart, hitting the target with precision.
- Any sharp-pointed missile weapon, such as an arrow. The hunter fired an arrow, which flew straight and true like a dart.
- Something that moves quickly and suddenly, often in a sharp or piercing manner. The dart of a hummingbird's wings created a blur as it flew past the observer.
Did you know? The word 'dart' is also used in the name of a popular board game, 'Dartboard', where players throw small metal darts at a circular target.