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Compound Bow

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A modern bow that uses a levering system of cables and pulleys to bend the limbs.

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Arm Guard

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A piece of equipment worn on the forearm of the bow hand to protect the archer from the string slap.

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Clicker

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A device that emits a 'click' sound to signal the archer when the arrow has been drawn to a consistent length, allowing for a precise release.

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Riser

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The central part of the bow to which the limbs are attached; serves as the handle and structural framework.

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Grip

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The part of the bow riser where the archer's hand is positioned during shooting, affecting hand placement and comfort.

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Quiver

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A container for holding arrows, bolts, or darts.

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Bow Sight

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A device mounted on the riser of the bow to assist the archer in aiming the arrow more accurately.

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Bow Stringer

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A tool used to safely string and unstring recurve and longbows, helping to preserve the bow's shape and integrity.

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Archer's Paradox

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The phenomenon that occurs when an arrow flexes around the bow upon release yet still flies towards the target, due to the dynamic interaction of the arrow's flexibility and the bow's propulsion.

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Target Face

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The front layer of the target where scores are marked, often made of paper or synthetic material and featuring concentric circles.

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Fletching

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The aerodynamic stabilization device attached to arrows, consisting of feathers or plastic vanes.

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Bullseye

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The center of a target in archery, typically the area that scores the highest points.

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Bowstring

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The string of a bow, which is drawn back by the archer to propel the arrow.

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Stabilizer

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An accessory attached to the bow to reduce vibration, absorb shock, and help balance the bow during the shot.

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Limbs

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The upper and lower parts of the bow that bend when the string is drawn and transfer energy to the arrow upon release.

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Recurve Bow

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A type of bow that has curved tips which turn away from the archer when the bow is strung.

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Anchor Point

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The consistent spot on the archer's face or jaw where the drawing hand or string is placed before releasing the arrow.

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Vane

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A type of fletching made of a stiff material that helps in steering and stabilizing the arrow during flight.

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Release Aid

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A mechanical device used to release the bowstring, typically used with compound bows.

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Nock

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The notched rear end of an arrow where it attaches to the bowstring for launching.

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