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arrows

The correct spelling is arrows.

How to pronounce arrows

noun

IPA: /ˈæɹ.əʊz/

Say it like: Arr-ows

The correct spelling is arrows. A projectile consisting of a shaft, a point and a tail with stabilizing fins that is shot from a bow. For example: "Arrow left until you reach the start of the text you want to delete."

Usage Examples

Arrow left until you reach the start of the text you want to delete.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A projectile consisting of a shaft, a point and a tail with stabilizing fins that is shot from a bow.
  2. 2.A sign or symbol used to indicate a direction (e.g. →).
  3. 3.A directed edge.
  4. 4.A dart.
  5. 5.The -> symbol, which has specific meanings in various programming languages.

verb

  1. 1.To move swiftly and directly (like an arrow)
  2. 2.To let fly swiftly and directly
  3. 3.(of a sugar cane plant) To develop an inflorescence.
  4. 4.To navigate using the arrow keys.

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