KnowraBow and arrowLinked fromLinked fromThe 11 pages that link to Bow and arrow, each with the reason it gives.All 11Broader topic 1Related 6Compared with 4FirearmCompared with: It launches a projectile mechanically rather than with expanding combustion gases.CrossbowCompared with: Unlike a crossbow, it generally requires the archer to hold the string drawn while aiming.BlowgunCompared with: A bow stores elastic energy, unlike a blowgun’s direct use of exhaled air.History of weaponsCompared with: It offers a useful comparison with firearms, which replaced it in many armies.