verb
- to curve backward or in the opposite direction
noun
- a type of bow that curves away from the archer when unstrung
Usage: archery
Examples
- The archer’s bow began to recurve as he drew back the string.
- The metal strip will recurve when heated and then cooled.
- She practiced daily with her recurve bow.
- The recurve design provides more power and accuracy than a traditional bow.
- The branches recurve gracefully toward the ground.
- Olympic archers typically use recurve bows in competition.