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noun

arrowhead

A-roh-hehd

Arrowhead (noun) means the sharpened tip of an arrow. Example: “Archaeologists found a stone arrowhead at the dig site.”

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noun

1

The sharpened tip of an arrow.

"Archaeologists found a stone arrowhead at the dig site."

2

A water plant with leaves shaped like an arrow tip.

"Arrowhead grows in shallow ponds and marshes."

How to use arrowhead

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe pointed end of an arrow — or a plant whose leaves are shaped the same way.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

arrowheads plural

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Etymology

From arrow + head, describing the pointed tip.

Rhymes for arrowhead

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Frequently asked questions

What does “arrowhead” mean?

The word “arrowhead” means the sharpened tip of an arrow. In plain terms, the pointed end of an arrow — or a plant whose leaves are shaped the same way.

How do you pronounce “arrowhead”?

“Arrowhead” is pronounced A-roh-hehd (/ˈæɹəʊhɛd/ in IPA).

How do you use “arrowhead” in a sentence?

Here is “arrowhead” used in a sentence: “Archaeologists found a stone arrowhead at the dig site.”

What part of speech is “arrowhead”?

“Arrowhead” is a noun.

How many meanings does “arrowhead” have?

“Arrowhead” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the sharpened tip of an arrow.

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