1. plural of bowstring; the strings of bows used for shooting arrows

1. third person singular present of bowstring; to strangle or execute with a bowstring
Usage: historical

Examples

• The archer replaced the worn bowstrings before the competition.
• Medieval bowstrings were often made from animal sinew or plant fibers.
• She carefully waxed her bowstrings to protect them from moisture.
• The museum displayed ancient bows with their original bowstrings intact.
• Modern compound bows use synthetic materials for their bowstrings.
• He always carried spare bowstrings in case one snapped during hunting.