ballistae

bal·lis·ta

B b

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [buh-lis-tuh]
- /bəˈlɪs tə/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [buh-lis-tuh]
- /bəˈlɪs tə/

Definitions of ballistae word

noun plural ballistae an ancient military engine for throwing stones or other missiles. 1
noun ballistae Irregular plural form of ballista. 1

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Origin of ballistae

First appearance:

before 1590

One of the 37% oldest English words

1590-1600; < Latin, probably < Greek *ballistā́s, dialectal variant of *ballistḗs, equivalent to báll(ein) to throw + -istēs -ist

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Parts of speech for Ballistae

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adverb

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preposition

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exclamation

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ballistae popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 70% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for ballistae

noun ballistae

sling — an iced alcoholic drink, typically containing gin, water, sugar, and lemon or lime juice.
pitcher — Molly (Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley) 1754–1832, American Revolutionary heroine.
propeller — a device having a revolving hub with radiating blades, for propelling an airplane, ship, etc.
slingshot — a Y -shaped stick with an elastic strip between the prongs for shooting stones and other small missiles.
hurler — to throw or fling with great force or vigor.

All 86 Synonyms of ballistae