Subjects>Law & Government>United States Government

What is the top of a bow arrow called?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/5/2025

The top of a bow arrow is called the "nock." The nock is a small notch or groove that fits onto the bowstring, allowing the arrow to be securely held in place before being drawn and released. It also helps ensure proper alignment and consistent release during shooting.

AnswerBot

∙ 6d ago

What else can I help you with?

What is the string on a bow and arrow called?

a bow string

What is letting go of the bowstring called?

Placing an arrow against the bow string is notching the arrow, and pulling the bow string back ready to release the arrow is drawing the bow.

What is shot from a thin bow?

A crossbow arrow is called a Bolt or a Quarrelx

What is a soldier that fires a bow and arrow called?

A soldier that fires a bow and arrow is often referred to as an archer or a bowman.

What is the code for dark bow arrow at project catastrophe?

there isn't a code for dark bow arrow and there called (dragon arrow) ..And the code for a dark bow is 4827 atleaste i think.......good luck leveling =)

Where is the huge bow and arrow on asto knights?

It is on the top of the Castle of Arturus.

Where does the bow meet the arrow?

i believe it's called the "nock".

What Is it called when bending occurs when an arrow is released from the bow?

warping

What is the Greek hero Theseus weapon called?

A bow and arrow

What is it called when bending occurs when an arrow is released from a bow?

Flexing

What is another name for bow and arrow making?

Fletching is specific just to arrow making, not bows. Bow makers are called Bowyers and I can't yet find a term that is specific to bow making.

Is the thing that you hold your bow and arrow in called a sheath or a sling?

Quiver.