recurve bow
Curved-limb launcher
A recurve bow is an archery bow whose limbs curve away from the archer at the tips, forming a distinctive double curve when unstrung.
This design stores more energy than a straight bow of equal length, delivering greater power and speed.
Recurve bows are used in Olympic archery and traditional hunting: She competed with a recurve bow at the national championships.
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