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spear

/spɪɹ/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

a long stick with a sharp point at one end, used as a weapon or for fishing

When to Use

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Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

In the movie, the warrior threw his spear at the enemy.

We saw fishermen using a spear to catch fish in the river.

Full Definition

A long stick with a sharp tip used as a weapon for throwing or thrusting, or anything used to make a thrusting motion.

Related Words

Synonyms:
lancejavelin
Word Family:
spearedspearingspearhead

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