What does nocking an arrow mean?

Attaching the arrow to the bowstring.

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  1. Scoring the target
  2. Attaching the arrow to the bowstring ✔
  3. Sharpening the arrowhead

Why: Nocking means placing the arrow's nock onto the bowstring before drawing.

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Answer: Attaching the arrow to the bowstring. Nocking means placing the arrow's nock onto the bowstring before drawing.

  1. Archery en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archery
    The back of the arrow is attached to the bowstring with the nock
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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