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Meaning of the word javelin in English

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javelin

US /ˈdʒæv.lɪn/
UK /ˈdʒæv.lɪn/
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Noun

1.

a light spear thrown by hand in a track and field event or as a weapon

Example:
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The athlete hurled the javelin across the field.
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Ancient warriors used javelins in battle.
Synonym:
speardartlance
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