recurve
recurve · recurves · recurved · recurving
To curve again, to rebendTo curve again, to rebend.
/ɹɪˈkɜː(ɹ)v/
Meaning
3 sensesTo curve again, to rebend.
curve or bend (something) back or down
To curve back on itself.
To change direction.
Translations
2 languagesOrigin
Derived from Latin recurvō.Derived from Latin recurvō.
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Forms
recurves, recurving, recurved, recurvedWord family
1 related wordsDerivedrecurve bow
Lessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle