noun
- plural of nock: notches at the end of an arrow that fit onto a bowstring
Usage: archery
verb
- third person singular present of nock: to fit an arrow onto a bowstring by placing its notch against the string
Usage: archery
Examples
- The archer checked that all the nocks on his arrows were properly cut.
- She carefully nocks the arrow before drawing the bowstring.
- The plastic nocks were more durable than the traditional wooden ones.
- He nocks another arrow and aims at the target.
- The damaged nocks made it difficult to shoot accurately.
- She always nocks her arrows the same way for consistency.