Crossbowman (noun)

A person who uses a crossbow as a weapon.

Origin:

The word 'crossbowman' is a compound of 'crossbow', a type of bow-like weapon, and 'man', referring to a person. it has been in use since the medieval period.

Examples:

1. The crossbowman was an expert marksman and feared on the battlefield.
2. The crossbowman's position was strategically placed on the castle walls.
3. The crossbowman was a valuable asset to the hunting party.
4. The crossbowman's shot was precise and deadly.
5. The crossbowman was trained from a young age in the use of the weapon.