slingshot vs catapult
catapult vs slingshotslingshot and catapult both are nouns.
slingshot is not a verb while catapult is a verb.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| slingshot | Yes | No | No | No |
| catapult | Yes | No | Yes | No |
As nouns,
slingshot and catapult
are synonyms defined as:
- slingshot and catapult: a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones
Other synonyms of slingshot include
sling.
| slingshot (noun) | catapult (noun) |
|---|---|
| a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones | an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles |
| 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 |
| slingshot (verb) | catapult (verb) |
|---|---|
| shoot forth or launch, as if from a catapult | |
| hurl as if with a sling |
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