javelin

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Noun javelin has 2 senses

javelin - an athletic competition in which a javelin is thrown as far as possible
--₁ is a kind of field event
javelin - a spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events
--₂ is a kind of spear, lance, shaft; sports equipment, sporting goods

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Javelin

Noun

1. A lightweight spear used as a weapon in athletic throwing events.

Sample sentence: The athlete hurled the javelin with great strength and skill.

2. A sharp-pointed missile weapon typically thrown by hand.

Sample sentence: The ancient warriors launched their javelins at the enemy forces.

Verb

1. To throw or launch a javelin.

Sample sentence: He javelined the spear across the field, aiming for the target.

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