quoit

/ˈkwoʊɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A ring or circular piece of metal, usually with a pointed end, used as a throwing weapon, particularly in the game of quoits.

“In the village, the men gathered to play quoits with metal rings.”

2. verb

To strike or hit with a quoit.

“The champion quoited the target with incredible accuracy.”

3. verb

To throw a quoit in the direction of something.

“The athlete quoited the ring at the target.”

Synonyms

  • discus
  • ring

Antonyms

  • none