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catapult

(n): a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones

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(n): an artifact designed to be played with

(n): a device that launches aircraft from a warship

(n): an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose

(n): an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles

(n): an instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc.

(v): shoot forth or launch, as if from a catapult

(v): cause to move forward with force

(v): hurl as if with a sling

(v): throw forcefully

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