Catapult Definition & Meaning
catapult
- noun
- a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones
- a device that launches aircraft from a warship
- an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles
- verb
- shoot forth or launch, as if from a catapult; "the enemy catapulted rocks towards the fort"
- hurl as if with a sling
"Catapult" in song lyrics
See how catapult is used in real songs:
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"My motivation to be an adult has decided to catapult"
Adeem — Younger Days -
"Yet, my style is known to catapult"
Gravediggaz, Tricky — Tonight is a Special Night -
"Or you catapult"
J. Cole — Dead Presidents II
Words that rhyme with catapult
Usage tips for "catapult"
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