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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

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:

spear dart lance

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