word
Catapult
KA-tuh-puhlt
/ˈkætʌˌpʌlt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
catapult
Dictionary meaning
An engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges.
Examples
- The watermelon catapulted across the field, and exploded in a glorious smash.
- The enemy catapulted rocks towards the fort.
Synonyms: onager
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