Meaning of the word trebuchet in English

What does trebuchet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

trebuchet

US /ˈtreb.ʊ.ʃeɪ/
UK /ˈtreb.ʊ.ʃeɪ/

Noun

a medieval siege engine that uses a throwing arm to hurl projectiles, typically large stones, at a target

Example:
The castle walls were breached by a powerful trebuchet.
Engineers are building a modern trebuchet for a competition.