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spear Definition and Meaning in English (spear definition)

noun
Synonyms:javelinlance
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Spear definition: A weapon consisting of a long shaft with a sharp, pointed head, used for thrusting, throwing, or hunting.

Definitions of Spear

  1. 1noun

    A weapon consisting of a long shaft with a sharp, pointed head, used for thrusting, throwing, or hunting.

  2. 2verb

    To pierce or strike something with a spear or a sharp, pointed object.

Example Sentences

historical

“The ancient warrior carried a heavy spear into battle.”

casual

“He tried to spear the fish but missed.”

cultural

“The tribe used spears for hunting wild boars.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past participlespeared
present participlespearing
nounspearhead
agent nounspearman

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

spearhead an attackcollocation

To lead an attack or initiative.

spear fishingcollocation

The practice of hunting fish using a spear.

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Spear definition: A weapon consisting of a long shaft with a sharp, pointed head, used for thrusting, throwing, or hunting.
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'Spear' translates to 'spear' in English. Spear definition: A weapon consisting of a long shaft with a sharp, pointed head, used for thrusting, throwing, or hunting.
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