With the 'shoot' command you are able to use most ranged weapons, such as
bows, hand crossbows, crossbows and composite bows. Notice that you
usually have to reload your weapon before firing it. Also see 'aim',
'unload' and 'reload'. Your ability in the skill matching the ranged
weapon type, your dexterity, the location you are aiming at and your
ranged weapon will determine how fast you can shoot. A shot that misses
may startle a creature, but one that still fails to notice you bears you
no grudge.
Use the following syntax:
shoot <target> with <weapon>
shoot rabbit with bow (for example)
shoot with bow (to shoot whatever you are fighting)