Other Definitions spear (enc)
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Spear| Noun | 1. | spear - a long pointed rod used as a weaponassagai, assegai - the slender spear of the Bantu-speaking people of Africa barb - a subsidiary point facing opposite from the main point that makes an arrowhead or spear hard to remove javelin - a spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events trident - a spear with three prongs weapon, weapon system, arm - any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting; "he was licensed to carry a weapon" | | | 2. | spear - an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fishharpoon - a spear with a shaft and barbed point for throwing; used for catching large fish or whales; a strong line is attached to it implement - instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end leister - a spear with three or more prongs; used for spearing fish (especially salmon) | | | Verb | 1. | spear - pierce with a spear; "spear fish" | | | 2. | spear - thrust up like a spear; "The branch speared up into the air" | |
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