verb🔗ShareTo fit an arrow against the bowstring of a bow or crossbow. (See also notch.)"The archer carefully nocks the arrow, ensuring it's secure on the bowstring before aiming at the target. "sportweaponactionmachinetechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo cut a nock in (usually in an arrow's base or the tips of a bow)."The craftsman carefully nocks each arrow shaft to ensure a proper fit on the bowstring. "weaponsporttechnicalmachineactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading