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Throwing stick   /θrˈoʊɪŋ stɪk/   Listen
Throwing stick

noun
1.
A device resembling a sling that is used in various primitive societies to propel a dart or spear.  Synonyms: dart thrower, spear thrower, throwing board.
2.
A curved piece of wood; when properly thrown will return to thrower.  Synonyms: boomerang, throw stick.





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"Throwing stick" Quotes from Famous Books



... and reel round and round, with uncommon rapidity. He threw a broomstick, at twelve yards distance, through a hole in the sentry box, of but little larger diameter; and a lath, cast at thirty yards, pierced a hat through and through. They used no throwing stick, or sling. ...
— The History of Tasmania , Volume II (of 2) • John West


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