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javelin

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of javelin

a weapon with a long straight handle and sharp head or blade

  • from atop his horse the warrior hurled a javelin that pierced the chest of his hapless foe
Synonyms of javelin

lance, pike, pikestaff, shaft, spear
Words Related to javelin

dart, spike

gaff, halberd (also halbert), harpoon, leister, trident

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