javelin
/ˈdʒævlɪn/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a long, thin stick with a pointed end, thrown as a sport in competitions.
When to Use
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Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“She won a gold medal in the javelin throw at the Olympics.”
“He practiced throwing the javelin every day after school.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A light spear thrown with the hand and used as a weapon.