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Japan: Drawing of an archer and archery targets, 1878

Japan: Drawing of an archer and archery targets, 1878

Archery is the art, practice, or skill of propelling arrows with the use of a bow, from 'arcus' (Latin). Archery has historically been used for hunting and combat; in modern times, however, its main use is that of a recreational activity. One who practises archery is typically known as an 'archer' or 'bowman', and one who is fond of or an expert at archery can be referred to as a 'toxophilite'.

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