Wordiyocatapult
🇬🇧 UK/'kætәpʌlt/🇺🇸 US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A device for hurling large objects or launching aircraft; a slingshot
弹射器，弩炮，弹弓
v.
To hurl or launch with great force; to rapidly propel someone to a higher status
弹射，猛投；迅速推进
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcatadown, against
+
pultroot
=catapult
Common Collocations
- 1.catapult into投射进入
- 2.catapult someone to fame使某人一夜成名
Example Sentences
- 1.
The ancient armies used catapults to launch projectiles at fortress walls.
- 2.
The viral video catapulted the unknown comedian to fame overnight.