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jave·lin
 javelin
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- pronunciation:
- jae
v
lihn
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A javelin is a lightweight spear that is thrown by a warrior in a battle. Javelins were used as weapons of war mainly in ancient times.
The Roman soldier held his javelin in one hand and his shield in the other. |
| definition 2: |
A javelin is a long pole with a pointed end. It looks like a spear. A javelin is a piece of equipment that is thrown by an athlete in a competition that takes place on a running track.
Throwing the javelin is one of the events in a track and field competition. |
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missile |
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