Meaning Of The Word Javelin

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javelin
countable noun: A javelin is a long spear that is used in sports competitions. Competitors try to throw the javelin as far as possible.
singular noun: You can refer to the competition in which the javelin is thrown as the javelin.

javelin in American English
a light spear for throwing
noun: a light spear, usually thrown by hand
transitive verb: to strike or pierce with or as if with a javelin

javelin in British English
noun: a long pointed spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events

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