pellar

/pɛlɐr/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who pelts or hurls stones; especially, a young bird that hurls stones at its parents, as a form of practice.

“The behavior of the pellar is often seen in young birds learning to hunt.”

2. noun

A type of medieval soldier who hurled stones from a sling.

“In the 13th century, the pellar was an essential part of the medieval army.”

Synonyms

  • pelte
  • slinge

Antonyms

  • marksman