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CATAPULTS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Catapults.

Catapults - as a noun

A plaything consisting of a y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slingslingshot

A device that launches aircraft from a warship

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
launcher

An engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
engine
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Catapults - as a verb

Shoot forth or launch, as if from a catapult

Example: "The enemy catapulted rocks towards the fort"

Hurl as if with a sling

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sling

Example Sentences

"The ancient Greeks used catapults in warfare."
"The army set up catapults on the hill."
"The castle was equipped with powerful catapults."
"The soldiers operated the catapults with precision."
"We learned about the history of catapults in class today."
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Word Game Points

Is CATAPULTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, catapults is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CATAPULTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CATAPULTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, catapults is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CATAPULTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is CATAPULTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, catapults is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CATAPULTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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