(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Sagittarius
"As an archer, Leo believes their journey through life will be guided by the wisdom of Sagittarius."
the ninth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about November 22 to December 21
"The astrologer told me that as an archer, my birthday falls under the influence of this zodiac sign."
One who shoots an arrow from a bow or a bolt from a crossbow.
"The skilled archer released his arrow from the bow, watching it fly true toward the target."
In plain English: An archer is someone who shoots arrows with a bow and arrow.
"The archer released his arrow with perfect aim at the target."
Usage: An archer is specifically someone skilled at shooting arrows with a bow, distinct from general marksmen. Use this term when referring to the sport of archery rather than casual target practice.
comparative form of arch: more arch
"She had an even more arch expression after he told her that joke."
"The archer's focus on her target was unwavering even while she walked through the crowded market."
Sagittarius.
"The genealogist confirmed that Archer is indeed an occupational surname derived from Anglo-Norman for a bowman."
An occupational surname, from Anglo-Norman for a bowman.
The word "archer" comes from the Middle English term derived through Old French and ultimately Latin, where it originally meant a person who uses an arcus, or bow. This borrowing replaced the earlier Old English word for archer to describe someone skilled with this weapon.