arbalestrier

/ɑːrbəˈlɛstriɛr/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who operates an arbalest, a medieval crossbow.

“The arbalestrier was a crucial part of the medieval army.”

2. noun

A skilled marksman or crossbowman.

“The arbalestrier took out the enemy with precision shots.”

Synonyms

  • crossbowman
  • marksman

Antonyms

  • archer