ballista in French

ballista in French is baliste, malvesine — ballista means a large weapon from ancient times, shaped like a crossbow, used to fire heavy objects.

ballista in French

baliste

noun

(weaponry, historical) An ancient military engine, in the form of a crossbow, used for hurling large missiles.

malvesine

noun

(weaponry, historical) An ancient military engine, in the form of a crossbow, used for hurling large missiles.

What does "ballista" mean?

noun A large weapon from ancient times, shaped like a crossbow, used to fire heavy objects.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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What is "ballista" in French?

"ballista" in French is baliste, malvesine. ballista means: A large weapon from ancient times, shaped like a crossbow, used to fire heavy objects.

Are there other ways to say "ballista" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "ballista": baliste, malvesine.

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