Arrowhead (noun)

A pointed tip at the end of an arrow, used for hunting or warfare.

Origin:

The word 'arrowhead' is derived from the middle english word 'arweheved', which means 'the pointed end of an arrow'. it has been used in english since the 14th century to describe the pointed tip of an arrow used for hunting or warfare.

Examples:

1. The arrowhead was made of flint and was carefully shaped and honed to ensure maximum accuracy and penetration.
2. The ancient hunters used to attach stone arrowheads to their arrows in order to take down large game animals.
3. The arrowhead was found buried in the ground along with other artifacts and provided valuable information about the culture and practices of the ancient people who used it.
4. The medieval warriors used to decorate their arrowheads with intricate designs and symbols, making them not only deadly weapons but also works of art.
5. The arrowhead is an important component of an arrow, as it determines the trajectory, speed, and accuracy of the shot.