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atlatl

[aht-laht-l] / ˈɑtˌlɑt l /


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In another study published last month, researchers tested how males and females used an atlatl, a common prehistoric hunting weapon.

From Salon ● Sep. 16, 2023

That said, Mr. Ellis sold his star piece — an 18th-century Alaskan wood atlatl, or throwing board — to a New York collector during the first few hours of the preview on March 9.

From New York Times ● Mar. 17, 2017

One time, to better understand if paleo-Indian hunters could kill a mammoth with an atlatl, he conducted an unusual experiment.

From Washington Times ● May 30, 2015

The blunt edge was likely glued into a groove along an arrow shaft or into a projectile for an atlatl, a device for hurling a spear or dart.

From Science Magazine ● Nov. 7, 2012

"No modern Indian of any kind," said George, "uses an atlatl."

From The Hohokam Dig by Theodore Pratt


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