Meaning of the word ballista in English
What does ballista mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ballista
US /bəˈlɪstə/
UK /bəˈlɪstə/
Noun
an ancient military engine for hurling stones or other missiles
Example:
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The Roman army used a powerful ballista to breach the city walls.
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Archaeologists discovered remnants of an ancient ballista at the siege site.