Meaning & use
javelin
A light spear thrown for distance in athletic competitions, or historically used as a weapon.
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The athlete's javelin soared nearly ninety meters, setting a new national record.
Ancient soldiers often carried a javelin to throw at enemies before close combat.
A note on using this word
Javelin most commonly refers today to the track-and-field throwing event rather than its historical use as a weapon.
Words with a similar meaning
spear
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