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Composite bows

Scope note

Bows, the shaft of which is composed of two or more organic materials, combined so as to enhance the elastic efficiency of each.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000214308

Broader Terms used

bows (weapons)

Term used for

bows, composite

Equivalent Terms used

composite bow

Created

13yrs ago

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